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Grits are not just a southern food
How're y'all doin' today? Undoubtedly y'all know about shrimp and grits, right? Then, how about pork and grits then? Grits are so versatile, and since I just got back from South Carolina I have grits on the brain. I am bringing you Latin fusion meets Southern cuisine.
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On today's menu: Roasted Garlic and Herb Pork Loin over cheesy grits with pico de gallo and avocado. Think about the warm taste of the cheesy grits topped withtangy pico, and tender slices of pork.The flavor profile isamazing!
Although we normally associate grits recipes with southern cuisine, they are really a Native American food. Nevertheless, grits and the south are undoubtedly intertwined. For instance, the area between Texas and Virginia is sometimes called the "Grits Belt."
Grits history!
On another note, the word "grits" comes from an Old English word: "grytt" which means a coarsely ground meal. There are also great nutrients in grits including folate, thiamine, niacin, and fiber.
All this history aside, roasted garlic and herb pork loin over cheesy grits can be made in a very short time. How can something so good take so little time to prepare? Well, the ability to multi-task is the key here. You see, you'll start with the boneless pork loin recipe. While that's cooking you can chop up your avocados, AND make the pico de gallo.
Next, cook your grits while the pork is resting.And, just like that you can prepare roasted garlic and herbpork loin over cheesy grits in about 30-40 minutes.
Want to try the original southern recipe? Try Authentic Southern Shrimp and Grits.
If you want to just enjoy some succulent grilled pork loin, then I recommend my Grilled Pork in Tamarind Sauce. I think the sweetness of tamarind would go really well with the spicy pico and creamy avocado.
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Roasted Garlic and Herb Pork Over Cheesy Grits
Tender and delicious roasted garlic and herb pork loin with cheesy grits, avocado and pico de gallo. Latin fusion meets Southern cuisine. Serve this tasty pork over grits with some spicy pico and you will love the flavors!
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Course: Main dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: fusion cuisine, latin style, pork and grits, Southern food
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes minutes
Servings: 12
Calories: 401kcal
Author: Analida Braeger
Ingredients
- 1 pork loin Smithfield® Fresh Marinated
Cheesy Grits
- 1 ½ cups stone ground grits
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 cups water
- 2 cups milk
- ¾ cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
Pico de Gallo
- 3 roma tomatoes cored and diced
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 jalapeno small, seeded and diced
- 2 Tbsp cilantro fresh, chopped
- 1 tsp red wine vinegar
- 1 dash chili powder
- 2 tsp lime juice, fresh squeezed
- 1 dash sugar
- 1 avocado diced
Instructions
To make the pico de gallo, place all ingredients in a bowl and mix. Refrigerate until ready to use.
To cook the pork, preheat oven to 375'F.
In a skillet sear the pork to achieve a golden color on all sides.
Place pork in a shallow baking pan and cook following the package instructions.
Remove pork from the oven and cover it so it can rest for about 5 minutes.
While the pork is resting cook the grits.
In a saucepan place water, milk, and salt then bring to a boil. Immediately add the grits and stir constantly for about 5 minutes. Next add the cheese and stir vigorously to incorporate it into the mixture.
Finally, serve by placing a mound of grits in a bowl, topped with the sliced pork, a spoonful of pico de gallo and avocados.
Nutrition
Calories: 401kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 126mg | Sodium: 350mg | Potassium: 902mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 375IU | Vitamin C: 5.9mg | Calcium: 113mg | Iron: 1.4mg
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David @ Spiced
I am a huge...HUGE...fan of grits, and these sound quite delicious! I love the idea of making cheesy grits for dinner combined with a marinated pork loin. Nice and easy, but full of flavor! Thanks so much for sharing! #client
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Mckinon
Quite easy for you since you have a Walmart that is just a drive away from your home. But for me, I think it would be great to get all I need in large quantities. Thanks for the recipe shared.Reply
Analida
Thanks! Let me know how you like the dish.
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Bliss
Quite good. I made this for lunch with some leftover grilled and roasted pork loin made last night.Reply
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