Pork Loin Roast with Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Green Beans

Ingredients

• pork loin roast 6 oz
• sweet potatoes 2 large
• green beans 1 cup
• olive oil 1 tbsp

Method

1. Preheat the oven. Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare for roasting the sweet potatoes and pork loin.
   Tip: Preheating ensures even cooking and perfect roasting.
2. Prepare the sweet potatoes. Wash and peel the two large sweet potatoes. Cut them into evenly sized cubes, about 1-inch pieces, to ensure they roast uniformly.
   Tip: Try to cut the pieces similar in size for even cooking.
3. Roast the sweet potatoes. Place the sweet potato cubes on a baking sheet. Drizzle with half the olive oil (about 1/2 tbsp) and toss to coat evenly. Spread them out in a single layer to roast.
   Tip: Flip the sweet potatoes halfway through roasting to brown evenly.
4. Prepare the pork loin roast. While the sweet potatoes roast, pat the pork loin dry with paper towels. Rub the remaining olive oil (1/2 tbsp) over the pork. Season with salt and pepper or any preferred herbs if desired.
   Tip: Drying the pork helps achieve a nice sear and crust.
5. Roast the pork loin. After the sweet potatoes have roasted for about 10 minutes, place the pork loin on a separate baking tray or alongside if space allows. Roast for about 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
   Tip: Use a meat thermometer for best results to avoid overcooking.
6. Steam the green beans. While the pork finishes roasting, rinse the green beans and trim the ends. Steam them in a steamer basket over boiling water for about 5-7 minutes until tender but still crisp.
   Tip: Avoid over-steaming to keep the beans bright green and crunchy.
7. Rest the pork and plate the meal. Remove the pork loin from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. This helps retain juices. Plate the sliced pork with roasted sweet potatoes and steamed green beans.
   Tip: Resting meat is key for juicy and tender slices.

Pro tips

• Use a meat thermometer to ensure the pork is cooked safely and perfectly.
• Cut sweet potatoes into uniform pieces for even roasting and caramelization.