🍖 Herb-Crusted Pork Loin Roast with Roasted Baby Potatoes

A juicy, garlic-herb crusted pork roast surrounded by golden, tender baby potatoes and pan juices.

🛒 Necessary Ingredients

For the Pork

• 🥩 1½–2 lb pork loin roast
• 🧄 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 🌿 2 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
• 🌿 2 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
• 🫒 2 tbsp olive oil
• 🧂 1 tsp salt
• 🌶️ ½ tsp black pepper
• 🌶️ 1 tsp paprika

For the Potatoes

• 🥔 1½ lb baby potatoes
• 🫒 1½ tbsp olive oil
• 🧂 ½ tsp salt
• 🌶️ ¼ tsp black pepper

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. 🔥 Prepare the Oven

• Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
• Pat the pork loin dry with paper towels so the seasoning sticks well and the outside browns nicely.

2. 🌿 Make the Herb Rub

• In a small bowl, combine:
  • Minced garlic 🧄
  • Rosemary 🌿
  • Thyme 🌿
  • Olive oil 🫒
  • Salt 🧂
  • Black pepper 🌶️
  • Paprika
• Mix into a thick herb paste.

3. 🥩 Season the Pork

• Rub the herb mixture generously over the entire pork loin, especially the top and sides.
• Let it sit for about 10–15 minutes while preparing the potatoes.

4. 🥔 Season the Potatoes

• Wash and dry the baby potatoes.
• Toss them with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
• Arrange the potatoes around the pork in a roasting pan.

5. 🍖 Roast

• Place the roasting pan in the preheated oven.
• Roast for approximately 45–60 minutes, depending on the size and thickness of the pork.
• Turn the potatoes once during cooking so they brown evenly.

6. 🌡️ Check the Pork

• Check the thickest part of the pork with a meat thermometer.
• Remove it from the oven when it reaches 145°F (63°C).
• The potatoes should be tender and golden with lightly browned edges.

7. ⏳ Rest the Roast

• Transfer the pork to a cutting board.
• Loosely cover it with foil and let it rest for 10–15 minutes.
• This helps keep the meat juicy when sliced.

8. 🔪 Slice & Serve

• Slice the pork into thick pieces.
• 🍖 Arrange the slices with the roasted baby potatoes.
• Spoon some of the flavorful pan juices over the pork and potatoes.
• 🌿 Garnish with a little fresh rosemary or thyme if desired.

❓ Quick Q&A

Q: How do I keep the pork juicy?
👉 Don’t overcook it, and let it rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing.

Q: Can I use larger potatoes?
👉 Yes. Cut them into smaller, evenly sized pieces so they cook at the same rate as the roast.

Q: What temperature should pork loin reach?
👉 Cook to an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C), followed by a short resting period.