Apple Cider Pork: Easy Recipe with Creamy Mashed Sweet Potatoes
A delicious and easy recipe for Apple Cider Pork paired with creamy mashed sweet potatoes, perfect for a cozy dinner.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 80 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds pork loin
- 1 cup apple cider
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Season the pork loin with salt and pepper, then heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork on all sides until browned.
- Transfer the pork to a baking dish and pour apple cider and brown sugar over it. Cover with foil and bake for 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, peel and chop the sweet potatoes, then boil in salted water until tender. Drain.
- In a bowl, mash the sweet potatoes with butter, heavy cream, nutmeg, and adjust seasoning to taste.
- Once the pork is done, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with the mashed sweet potatoes on the side.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the pork overnight in apple cider and spices.
- Leftovers can be used in sandwiches or salads.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Apple Cider Pork, Mashed Sweet Potatoes, Easy Recipe