Ingredients

The following ingredients have 6 Servings
  • 2.5-3 pound pork loin (not tenderloin)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus more for the pan)
  • 6-9 cloves garlic (whole - use less if you want)
  • 5 cloves garlic (minced - use less if you want)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instruction

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Next, lightly grease a baking dish with some olive oil.
  • Add the pork loin to a large bowl, pierce with a small knife 9 holes on top, or make as many based on how many cloves you will use. Fill those holes with 9 whole garlic cloves.
  • Then, add the rest of the ingredients to the pork and rub it well on all sides.
  • Add the pork loin to the prepared baking pan, fat side up.
  • Cook for 50-55 minutes for medium to medium-well doneness (150-155 degrees F for internal temperature). Cook for 60-70 minutes for a well to be well-done, or until it has reached a temperature of 160-165 degrees F.
  • Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.