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Slices of moist Coca-Cola Pork Loin showing a light pinkish-white center and a dark, syrupy reduction sauce.

Coca-Cola Pork Loin: The Ultimate Mahogany Glazed Roast Pork

This Coca-Cola Pork Loin features a dark mahogany caramelized glaze and a rich syrupy reduction sauce. Perfectly moist with a light pink center, it is garnished with fresh rosemary and cracked peppercorns for a stunning Sunday roast.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Recipe Ingredients
  • 3-4 lb boneless pork loin 1.4-1.8 kg
  • 2 cups Coca-Cola 480ml, classic full-sugar
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar 110g, packed
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce 60ml
  • 4 cloves garlic smashed
  • 3-4 sprigs fresh rosemary needles removed and scattered
  • 1 tbsp cracked black peppercorns 6g, coarsely cracked
  • 1 tbsp neutral oil 15ml, for searing

Equipment

  • 1 Oven-proof skillet or Dutch oven
  • 1 Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Prep and Sear
  1. Pat the pork dry. Rub with oil and season with salt and half the cracked peppercorns.
  2. In an oven-proof skillet, sear the pork on all sides until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Roast and Glaze
  1. Whisk Coca-Cola, brown sugar, soy sauce, and garlic. Pour into the skillet with the pork. Add fresh rosemary.
  2. Place in a 375°F (190°C) oven. Roast for 45-60 minutes, basting every 15 minutes, until internal temp reaches 145°F (63°C).
Final Sauce
  1. Remove pork to a white ceramic platter and rest for 15 minutes.
  2. Simmer the pan juices on the stovetop for 8-10 minutes until a thick, syrupy brown reduction sauce forms. Drizzle over sliced pork.

Notes

Ensure you use classic Coca-Cola for the sugar content required for caramelization.
Always use a meat thermometer to ensure a moist, pinkish-white center.