Hearty Smoked Pork Loin with Savory Sauerkraut

Instructions

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   Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Pat the smoked pork loin dry with paper towels.

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   Heat the vegetable oil in a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the pork loin on all sides until nicely browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the pork loin and set aside.

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   In the same pot, add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

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   Deglaze the pot with white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Let it simmer for 2 minutes.

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   Add the drained sauerkraut, vegetable broth, caraway seeds, bay leaf, and juniper berries to the pot. Stir well. Season with a pinch of sugar, salt, and pepper.

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   Place the seared smoked pork loin on top of the sauerkraut. Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven.

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   Bake for 45-60 minutes, or until the pork loin is tender and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 145°F (63°C).

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   Once cooked, remove the pork loin from the pot and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. Discard the bay leaf and juniper berries from the sauerkraut.

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   Slice the smoked pork loin and serve it with the savory sauerkraut. Mashed potatoes or boiled potatoes make excellent side dishes.