Sweet and Savory Pineapple Pork Loin

Ingredients

• 1 (2-3 lb) pork loin
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1/4 cup pineapple juice
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
• 1 (20 oz) can pineapple chunks, drained

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. Season pork loin with salt and pepper.
3. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Add pork loin and brown for 3-4 minutes per side.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together garlic, brown sugar, soy sauce, ketchup, pineapple juice, red wine vinegar, and ground ginger.
5. Pour sauce over pork loin and top with pineapple chunks.
6. Bake in preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, until pork reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F.
7. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Interesting Facts

• Pineapple is a great source of vitamin C, manganese, and copper.
• Pork loin is a lean cut of meat that is high in protein and low in fat.
• This dish is a great way to use up leftover pineapple chunks.