Apricot-Pistachio Rolled Pork

Dairy Free
Health score
17%
Apricot-Pistachio Rolled Pork
335 min.
12
279kcal

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our Apricot-Pistachio Rolled Pork, a dish that beautifully marries savory and sweet flavors for an unforgettable dining experience. This dairy-free recipe is perfect for gatherings, serving up to 12 people, making it an ideal centerpiece for your next family feast or festive occasion.

The star of this dish is a succulent 4-pound boneless pork loin roast, expertly rolled and filled with a tantalizing mixture of chopped dried apricots and crunchy pistachio nuts. The addition of garlic and a hint of apricot brandy elevates the flavor profile, creating a mouthwatering combination that will have your guests raving. With a preparation time of just over five hours, including marinating, this dish allows you to plan ahead and impress your loved ones without the last-minute rush.

As the pork roasts to perfection, the aroma of the apricot preserves and buttery cracker crumb topping fills your kitchen, promising a feast that is as delightful to the senses as it is to the palate. The result is a beautifully presented dish that not only looks stunning on the table but also offers a satisfying balance of protein, healthy fats, and just the right amount of sweetness. Treat yourself and your guests to this exquisite Apricot-Pistachio Rolled Pork, and watch as it becomes a new favorite in your recipe repertoire!

Ingredients

  • lb pork loin boneless
  • 0.5 cup apricot dried chopped
  • 0.5 cup pistachios chopped
  • cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.3 cup all-natural apricot nectar 
  • tablespoon butter 
  • 0.3 cup cracker crumbs crushed
  • tablespoons pistachios chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon garlic salt 
  • 0.3 cup apricot preserves 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • toothpicks
  • roasting pan
  • kitchen thermometer
  • metal skewers

Directions

  1. To cut pork roast into a large rectangle that can be filled and rolled, cut lengthwise about 1/2 inch from top of pork to within 1/2 inch of opposite edge; open flat. Repeat with other side of pork, cutting from the inside edge to the outer edge; open flat to form rectangle.
  2. Sprinkle apricots, 1/2 cup nuts, the garlic, salt and pepper over pork to within 1 inch of edge. Tightly roll up pork, beginning with short side. Secure with toothpicks, or tie with string. Pierce pork all over with metal skewer.
  3. Brush brandy over entire surface.
  4. Let stand 15 minutes.
  5. Brush again with remaining brandy. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
  6. Heat oven to 325°F.
  7. Place pork, fat side up, on rack in shallow roasting pan. Insert meat thermometer so tip is in thickest part of pork. Roast uncovered 1 hour 30 minutes.
  8. Meanwhile, in 2-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in cracker crumbs, 2 tablespoons nuts and garlic salt; cook and stir 1 minute. Cool slightly.
  9. Brush preserves over pork.
  10. Sprinkle with crumb mixture. Roast uncovered 30 to 60 minutes longer or until thermometer reads 160°F. Cover and let stand 15 minutes before serving for easier carving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories279kcal
Protein51.63%
Fat33.79%
Carbs14.58%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.95
Glycemic Load
1.25
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
17.469130427941%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.47mg
Catechin
0.24mg
Epigallocatechin
0.13mg
Epicatechin
0.07mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.12mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:278.71kcal
13.94%
Fat:10.33g
15.89%
Saturated Fat:2.51g
15.68%
Carbohydrates:10.03g
3.34%
Net Carbohydrates:8.9g
3.24%
Sugar:6.3g
7%
Cholesterol:95.25mg
31.75%
Sodium:196.1mg
8.53%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:35.51g
71.02%
Vitamin B6:1.27mg
63.39%
Selenium:42.68µg
60.97%
Vitamin B1:0.74mg
49.06%
Vitamin B3:8.98mg
44.92%
Phosphorus:380.2mg
38.02%
Potassium:705.51mg
20.16%
Zinc:2.9mg
19.34%
Vitamin B2:0.3mg
17.83%
Vitamin B12:0.77µg
12.87%
Magnesium:49.69mg
12.42%
Vitamin B5:1.2mg
12.03%
Copper:0.2mg
9.94%
Iron:1.31mg
7.27%
Vitamin A:342.6IU
6.85%
Manganese:0.12mg
6.21%
Vitamin E:0.69mg
4.57%
Fiber:1.12g
4.49%
Vitamin D:0.6µg
4.03%
Vitamin C:2.56mg
3.1%
Calcium:22.22mg
2.22%
Folate:4.83µg
1.21%