Lemon-and Prosciutto-Stuffed Pork Loin Roast with Broccolini

Health score
25%
Lemon-and Prosciutto-Stuffed Pork Loin Roast with Broccolini
150 min.
10
438kcal

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If you are looking to impress your guests with an exquisite meal that offers a symphony of flavors, look no further than this Lemon-and Prosciutto-Stuffed Pork Loin Roast with Broccolini. This stunning dish features a succulent pork loin, expertly rolled with layers of savory prosciutto and bright lemon slices, all enhanced by a delightful sprinkle of fresh chives and crispy panko. The harmonious blend of salty, tangy, and aromatic flavors makes every bite a celebration of culinary artistry.

Perfect for a casual family gathering or an elegant dinner party, this recipe serves up to ten people, ensuring there's enough for everyone to enjoy. The pork loin is expertly cooked to perfection, maintaining its juicy tenderness with a lovely golden crust, while the vibrant broccolini adds a nutritious and aesthetically pleasing touch to your plate. Roasting the broccolini until tender and lightly browned elevates its natural flavor, making it the ideal complement to the rich pork.

The finishing touch comes from a luscious sauce made from chicken broth and Pinot Grigio, enriched with butter and a whisper of lemon to awaken the entire dish. Whether served at lunch or dinner, this masterpiece will surely captivate your taste buds and leave your guests raving about the unforgettable meal. Roll up your sleeves and get ready to create this exquisite dish that embodies sophistication and heartwarming comfort all in one!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon pepper black divided freshly ground
  • pound pork loin boneless trimmed
  • 1.5 pounds broccolini trimmed
  • tablespoons butter ()
  • 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt divided
  • tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
  • 0.3 cup chives fresh chopped
  • large optional: lemon very thinly sliced
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • cup chicken broth 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.5 cup panko bread crumbs (Japanese breadcrumbs)
  • cup wine dry white
  • ounces pancetta thin

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • knife
  • pot
  • roasting pan
  • kitchen thermometer
  • kitchen scissors
  • cutting board
  • kitchen twine

Directions

  1. Place pork, fat side down, on work surface with 1 short end facing you. Using long thin sharp knife and starting 1/2 inch above underside of roast, cut 1/2 inch in along right side. Continue cutting 1/2 inch above underside, unrolling roast like carpet. Arrange prosciutto evenly over pork, overlapping if necessary. Arrange lemon slices over prosciutto.
  2. Sprinkle with panko, then chives.
  3. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon coarse salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Turn pork so 1 short end faces you. Beginning at 1 short end, roll up pork; arrange seam side down on work surface (fat side will be facing up). Using kitchen string, tie at 1- to 1 1/2-inch intervals.
  4. Transfer pork, fat side up, to roasting pan.
  5. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon coarse salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
  6. Cook broccolini in pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes.
  7. Drain; cool. DO AHEAD: can be made 1 day ahead. Cover pork; chill. Wrap broccolini in paper towels, then plastic; chill.
  8. Position 1 rack in top third and 1 rack in bottom third of oven; preheat to 450&Deg;F.
  9. Place pork on lower rack; roast 15 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 325°f; roast pork until instant-read thermometer registers 145°F when inserted into center of pork, 45 to 60 minutes longer, depending on thickness of roast.
  10. Transfer to cutting board. Increase oven temperature to 375°F.
  11. Divide broccolini between 2 rimmed baking sheets.
  12. Drizzle olive oil over, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss to coat.
  13. Place in oven and roast until tender and lightly browned, about 10 minutes, reversing sheets halfway through roasting.
  14. Meanwhile, place roasting pan over 2 burners on medium-high heat.
  15. Add broth and wine; bring to boil, scraping up any browned bits. Boil until reduced to 1 cup, about 8 minutes. Stir in butter.
  16. Add cornstarch mixture and stir until sauce thickens, 1 to 2 minutes. Strain sauce into small pitcher. Season with salt and pepper.
  17. Using kitchen scissors, cut string along top of roast; discard.
  18. Cut pork into 1/2-inch- thick slices; arrange on platter.
  19. Drizzle lemon juice over broccolini; season with salt and pepper.
  20. Serve pork with broccolini, passing sauce alongside.

Nutrition Facts

Calories438kcal
Protein44.71%
Fat45.53%
Carbs9.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.75
Glycemic Load
0.31
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
25.784347440885%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.18mg
Epicatechin
0.13mg
Eriodictyol
2.38mg
Hesperetin
3.33mg
Naringenin
0.17mg
Luteolin
0.21mg
Isorhamnetin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.11mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.19mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:438.27kcal
21.91%
Fat:20.94g
32.21%
Saturated Fat:6.63g
41.45%
Carbohydrates:10.1g
3.37%
Net Carbohydrates:8.77g
3.19%
Sugar:2.38g
2.64%
Cholesterol:131.55mg
43.85%
Sodium:619.04mg
26.91%
Alcohol:2.47g
100%
Alcohol %:0.92%
100%
Protein:46.26g
92.53%
Vitamin C:69.32mg
84.02%
Selenium:54.57µg
77.96%
Vitamin B6:1.44mg
72.22%
Vitamin B1:0.89mg
59.12%
Vitamin B3:11.68mg
58.39%
Phosphorus:452.6mg
45.26%
Vitamin A:1324.04IU
26.48%
Zinc:3.58mg
23.88%
Vitamin B2:0.38mg
22.39%
Potassium:778.35mg
22.24%
Vitamin B12:1.05µg
17.49%
Vitamin B5:1.51mg
15.05%
Magnesium:54.95mg
13.74%
Iron:2.02mg
11.22%
Calcium:72.19mg
7.22%
Copper:0.14mg
7.11%
Vitamin E:1mg
6.69%
Fiber:1.33g
5.31%
Vitamin D:0.79µg
5.29%
Vitamin K:5.48µg
5.22%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.21%
Folate:6.11µg
1.53%
Source:Epicurious