Coffee-Rubbed Pork Loin with Bitter Greens

Name: Coffee-Rubbed Pork Loin with Bitter Greens
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 lb pork loin roast; 2 tbsp finely ground coffee; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tbsp olive oil; 3 minced garlic cloves; 4 oz kale; 1 tbsp lemon juice

A savory main dish where coffee's deep bitterness complements tender pork and roasted bitter greens.

Cuisine: American

Category: Beef

Prep: 20 minutes. Cook: 30 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

1.5 lb pork loin roast
2 tbsp finely ground coffee
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp olive oil
3 minced garlic cloves
4 oz kale
1 tbsp lemon juice

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F; pat 1.5 lb pork loin dry and rub with 2 tbsp finely ground coffee, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1 tbsp olive oil, pressing gently to adhere.
Step 2: Place pork on a wire rack over a baking sheet; roast for 30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F, then let rest 10 minutes.
Step 3: While pork rests, heat a skillet over medium heat; add 3 minced garlic cloves and 4 oz chopped kale, sautéing for 4 minutes until kale wilts and turns deep green.
Step 4: Stir in 1 tbsp lemon juice and 1/4 cup water; cook for 2 more minutes until liquid reduces slightly and greens are tender but vibrant.
Step 5: Slice pork loin and serve with the roasted kale mixture, drizzling pan juices from resting pork over the top.