Chimichurri Stuffed Pork Loin
Fresh herbs, garlic, and lime zest flavor this pork loin, so less salt is needed. serve with grilled corn and grilled pineapple slices (directions included).
Steps
With kitchen shears , snip 2 tablespoons parsley and 2 tablespoons cilantro , and combine with 1 / 2 teaspoon lime zest , 1 tablespoon oil , and 1 clove of garlic.
Set aside.
Butterfly pork loin and brush with oil.
Spread remaining garlic on cut side of pork loin , season with pepper , and add remaining parsley , cilantro and lime zest.
Roll loin back to original shape and tie at 2 inch intervals with kitchen string.
Spread reserved herb mixture over outside of pork and season with black pepper.
Grill pork over medium , indirect heat , covered , until internal thermometer registers 150 degrees f , about 1 to 1 1 / 2 hours.
Meanwhile , brush corn with melted butter and season with salt and pepper.
Grill corn during last 20 minutes of grilling the pork , turning occasionally.
Grill pineapples during last 5 to 10 minutes of pork grilling time.
When pork is done , remove pork and cover with foil.
Let rest 10 minutes.
Remove string , slice and serve.
Ingredients
fresh parsley, fresh cilantro, lime zest, olive oil, garlic cloves, boneless pork loin, salt & freshly ground black pepper, corn on the cob, butter, pineapple slices