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Al Pastor Pork Loin Filet with Rice & Pineapple Salsa
TOTAL TIME35 mins
SKILL LEVELBeginner
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About this RecipeSavor the bold, smoky flavors of Al Pastor Pork Loin Filet served over fluffy garlic-lime rice and topped with a fresh pineapple salsa. Sweet pineapple, zesty lime, and crisp red onion perfectly complement the tender, juicy pork for a colorful, flavor-packed meal that's both refreshing and satisfying.
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Ingredients
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Key IngredientProduct ImageAl Pastor Seasonings Pork Loin Filet
 
2 tablespooons olive oil
 
2 garlic cloves, minced
 
1 red onion, diced
 
1 1/2 cups long grain white rice
 
1 1/2 cups fresh pineapple, diced
 
2 1/4 cups water
 
1 teaspoon salt
 
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
 
3 tablespoons lime juice
 
Chopped cilantro, for garnish
Directions
1.
Cook Al Pastor Half Loin according to package
2.
While the meat is cooking, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat.
3.
Add 1 1/2 cups of uncooked, long-grain white rice to the oil and toast until golden brown.
4.
Add minced garlic and sauté. Once the garlic is browned and fragrant, add 1 teaspoon of salt and 2 1/4 cups of water to the pot.
5.
Raise heat and bring the water to a boil. Once boiling, reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes, or until the rice is fully cooked.
6.
Remove from heat and let the rice rest for 10 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
7.
Before serving, stir in black pepper, 3 tablespoons of lime juice, diced red onion, and fresh pineapple chunks. Top with Smithfield Al Pastor Pork Loin Filet and cilantro to garnish!
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