SMOKED PORK LOIN WITH SAUERKRAUT AND APPLES
Tender pork loin is braised in a flavorful medley of sweet, sour, & beer.
Prep Time: 10 MINUTES
Cook Time: 2 HOURS
Pellets: APPLE
Serves: 4
Imperial Unit of Measurement
MAIN
| 1 | (2 to 2-1/2 lb) pork loin roast |
| To Taste | Traeger Pork & Poultry Rub |
| 1 Pound | sauerkraut |
| 2 Large | cooking apples, peeled, cored and sliced |
| 1 Large | sweet onion, thinly sliced |
| 1/3 Cup | brown sugar |
| 1 Cup | dark beer |
| 2 Tablespoon | butter |
| 2 Whole | Bay leaves |
STEPS
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1: When ready to cook, set Traeger temperature to 180℉ and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes. For optimal flavor, use Super Smoke if available.
180 ˚F / 82 ˚C
Super Smoke
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2: Season the pork loin on all sides with Traeger Pork & Poultry Rub or salt and pepper. Place the roast directly on the grill grate, close the lid, and smoke for 1 hour.
180 ˚F / 82 ˚C
Super Smoke
INGREDIENTS
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1 (2 to 2-1/2 lb) pork loin roast
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To Taste Traeger Pork & Poultry Rub
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3: In a large Dutch oven or glass baking dish, layer the sauerkraut, apples, onions, brown sugar, beer, butter, and bay leaves. Lay the smoked pork loin directly on top of the sauerkraut mixture. Top the pan with a lid or a layer of foil.
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4: Increase the Traeger temperature to 350°F, and return the pan to the grill. Close the lid and roast the pork for an additional hour, or until the internal temperature on an instant-read meat thermometer reads 160℉.
350 ˚F / 177 ˚C
160 ˚F / 71 ˚C
- 5: Transfer the roast to a cutting board and let it rest. Meanwhile, gently stir the sauerkraut mixture and arrange it on a serving platter. Slice the pork roast and layer on the sauerkraut and apples. Enjoy!
Source: www.traeger.com