Pork Loin with Honey Glaze

Sweet & Savory Honey Garlic Pork Loin

Tender, juicy pork loin seasoned to perfection and finished with a glaze that has just the right balance of sweet and savory. This honey garlic pork loin features warm spices, a touch of mustard, and subtle sweet-and-sour notes that come together beautifully as it bakes. It’s an easy, comforting main dish that feels special enough for Sunday dinner but simple enough for a weeknight meal.

Ingredients: 

3 lb. pork loin
salt and pepper to taste
1 tsp. paprika
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. onion powder
1/2 tsp. rosemary
1/2 tsp. thyme
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 c. honey
3 Tbs. soy sauce
2 Tbs. cooking oil, divided
1 Tbs. prepared mustard

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 375°F.

Pat the pork loin dry with paper towels, then season all sides generously with salt and pepper.

In a small bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, rosemary, and thyme. Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over the pork loin, rubbing it into the meat on all sides.

Heat the cooking oil in a cast iron skillet or a Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the pork loin and sear for 3–5 minutes per side, until nicely browned. This step helps lock in the juices and keeps the pork tender.

In the same bowl used for the seasoning, mix together the minced garlic, honey, soy sauce, Olive oil, and prepared mustard until well combined.

Pour half of the sauce over the pork loin in the skillet. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and place in the oven. Bake for 30 minutes.

Remove the skillet from the oven and carefully pour the remaining sauce over the pork loin. Cover again and return to the oven. Bake for an additional 25–30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.

Remove from the oven and allow the pork loin to rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm, spooning the pan sauce over the top.