Lunch: Citrus-Brined Pork Loin with Peach Mustard

Recipe by /contributors/lou-lambert The spice rub builds a nice flavorful crust around the pork as it cooks, but the sugar can cause the meat to brown quickly. Keep a close watch.

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Health benefits of Citrus-Brined Pork Loin with Peach Mustard

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.

Ingredients

1/2 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, peeled, crushed
1 bay leaf
1/2 cup kosher salt
1/4 cup (packed) light brown sugar
1 teaspoon coriander seeds
1 teaspoon fennel seeds
1 teaspoon black peppercorns
1 orange, halved
1 lemon, halved
4 sprigs thyme
1 5-pound center-cut bone-in pork loin, chine bone removed

Instructions

Bring onion, garlic, bay leaf, salt, brown sugar, coriander seeds, fennel seeds, peppercorns, and 2 cups water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring, until salt and sugar are dissolved. Remove from heat and add 2 cups cold water. Transfer brine to a large heatproof bowl or jar. Squeeze orange and lemon juice into brine and add citrus halves and thyme. Chill until cool.
Place pork in a large resealable plastic bag and add brine. Seal bag, pressing out air, and chill at least 12 hours.
Do ahead: Brine can be made 2 days ahead; cover and keep chilled. Pork can be brined 24 hours ahead; keep chilled.

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