Slow-Roasted Pork Loin with Brazilian Spice Rub

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A succulent pork loin seasoned with a fragrant Brazilian spice blend and slow-roasted to tender perfection. This brazilian-inspired pork ready in about 120 minutes pairs pounds bone-in pork loin, tablespoons smoked paprika, tablespoon ground cumin for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 430 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 105 min Serves 6 Brazilian cuisine 430 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 325°F. In a small bowl, mix together 2 tablespoons smoked paprika, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 2 teaspoons coarse sea salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper to make the Brazilian spice rub.
  2. Step 2: Rub 3 tablespoons olive oil evenly over the 3-pound bone-in pork loin, then massage the spice rub all over the loin to coat thoroughly.
  3. Step 3: Place the pork loin fat side up on a roasting rack inside a roasting pan and roast for about 1 hour 45 minutes, or until an internal temperature of 145°F is reached, basting occasionally with pan juices.
  4. Step 4: Remove the pork loin from the oven and tent loosely with foil; let rest for 15 minutes before slicing into 1/2-inch thick medallions for juicy, flavorful servings.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Roasted Pork Loin with Brazilian Spice Rub take to make?

Total time is about 120 minutes (15 min prep + 105 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Slow-Roasted Pork Loin with Brazilian Spice Rub?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pounds bone-in pork loin from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Roasted Pork Loin with Brazilian Spice Rub?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Slow-Roasted Pork Loin with Brazilian Spice Rub for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Slow-Roasted Pork Loin with Brazilian Spice Rub?

Brazilian pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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