Sweet and Sour Pork Loin

Ingredients

• 1 boneless pork loin roast
• 1 cup salt
• ¾ cup honey
• 2 cups coconut milk
• 2 cups water
• 1 tbsp garlic
• 2 tbsp ginger
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• ¼ cup rice wine vinegar
• ¼ cup light brown sugar
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 ½ thai chiles

Steps

1. Combine the salt, honey, water, and coconut milk in a gallon-size zip-top bag.
2. Add the pork roast.
3. Toss to coat.
4. Refrigerate 2½–3 hours.
5. Drain the pork.
6. Pat dry with paper towels.
7. Discard remaining brine.
8. Combine the ketchup, vinegar, oil, and soy sauce.
9. Toss the pork roast in the mixture.
10. Place on a roasting rack in a roasting pan.
11. Combine the remaining ingredients.
12. Press into all sides of the pork.
13. Insert a probe thermometer into the center.
14. Bake in a 425°F (220°C) oven until internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C) for medium rare.
15. Move to a plate.
16. Let rest 7 minutes.
17. Serve warm with sweet and sour sauce on the side.