Fennel-Crusted Roast Pork with Vegetables

Name: Fennel-Crusted Roast Pork with Vegetables
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 8 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1/4 c. fennel seeds; 2 tbsp. coriander seeds; 12 cloves garlic, finely chopped, plus 2 whole heads garlic; 1/4 c. fresh rosemary, chopped; 5 tbsp. olive oil, divided; 1 bone-in center-cut pork rib roast (8 ribs), chine bone removed; Kosher salt and coarsely ground black pepper; 4 shallots; 2 small bulbs fennel; 1 small acorn squash (1 lb.)

This main dish is fancy, yet fuss-free.

By Tina MartinezPublished: Nov 4, 2022

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roasted pork loin with vegetables on a platter

Yields:

8 serving(s)

Total Time:

1 hr

Cal/Serv:

397

Get ready for a chorus of oohs and aahs when you bring this epic pork roast to the table. The pork loin gets a fabulous crust from fennel seeds and coriander seeds while the roasted acorn squash adds a natural sweetness to the meal.

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Ingredients

1/4 cup fennel seeds
2 Tbsp. coriander seeds
12 cloves garlic, finely chopped, plus 2 whole heads garlic
1/4 cup fresh rosemary, chopped
5 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
1 bone-in center-cut pork rib roast (8 ribs), chine bone removed
Kosher salt and coarsely ground black pepper
4 shallots
2 small bulbs fennel
1 small acorn squash (1 lb.)

Directions

1. Step 1Heat oven to 400°F. Place fennel seeds and coriander in heavy-duty resealable plastic bag and crush with bottom of heavy pan. Transfer to small bowl and add chopped garlic, rosemary, and 2 tablespoons oil.
2. Step 2Season pork with 11/2 teaspoons salt and 3/4 teaspoon pepper. Transfer to center of large roasting pan and rub all over with spiced oil. Roast 40 minutes.
3. Step 3Meanwhile, halve shallots and garlic heads and place in large bowl. Cut fennel and squash into 3/4-inch-thick wedges, add to bowl with shallots and garlic, and toss with remaining 3 tablespoons oil and 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper to combine.
4. Step 4Scatter garlic and shallots around pork in roasting pan; arrange fennel and squash on large rimmed baking sheet. Roast until vegetables are golden brown and tender and internal temperature of pork reaches 140°F, 40 to 50 minutes more.
5. Step 5Transfer roast to cutting board and let rest at least 15 minutes before slicing. Add squash to roasting pan with shallots and garlic, toss together, then transfer to platter. Slice pork into chops and serve with vegetables.