Whiskey Molasses Braised Pork

Braised Pork

Part 1 - Marinade

4 cloves
garlic (minced)
2 tbsp
rye whiskey
1 tbsp
grated ginger root
1 tbsp
lemon juice
3/4 tsp
salt and pepper
1/4 tsp
cayenne

Combine marinade ingredients. Place pork cubes (Earls pork loin roast, cut into 1″ cubes) in a zip-lock bag. Pour marinade over cubes; close bag and massage to coat cubes well. Marinate 4-24 hours in the refrigerator. Remove pork from marinade and drain well; discard marinade.

Part 2 - Sauce

1 c
brown sugar
1/2 c
canned crushed tomatoes
1/4 c
rye whiskey
3 tbsp
molasses
2 cloves
garlic (minced)

Combine sauce ingredients in a small saucepan.

Directions

Heat 1 tablespoon canola oil in non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Brown pork in batches, adding remaining 1 tablespoon of oil as necessary. Boil sauce gently 10-12 minutes or until slightly thickened. Transfer pork cubes to a casserole dish. Pour sauce over and stir cubes to coat. Cover and bake at 350°F for 1 hour. Remove lid; bake an additional 30-35 minutes, turning occasionally.

Yield: 6 Servings
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Category: Meat
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