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Pork Rib Roast with Parsley Pesto
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 4-5 Servings 1x
Ingredients
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- 4 -5 lb. pork rib roast
For the Parsley Pesto:
- 1 cup of Italian parsley
- 2 inch piece of fresh ginger - peeled
- 1 tbs. sugar
- 3 - 4 cloves of garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
For the Pork Rub:
- 2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 1 tsp. ground cloves
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. curry
Instructions
For the Parsley Pesto:
- Place all of the ingredients for pesto in a food processor and give a few good chops to a pesto-like consistency.
- Carefully make a pocket where the pork separates easily and stuff with the pesto sauce.
For the Pork Rub:
- Combine all of the above and rub all over the pork.
- Preheat Oven 325 degrees:
- Bake 20 – 25 minutes per pound or until the juices run clear.
- Let the roast rest for 10 minutes before cutting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
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David says
Catherine... This pork roast looks absolutely fabulous! The idea of creating that pocket and filling it with pesto sauce creates a whole new variation for my favorite form of protein... Thanks and Take Care, Big Daddy Dave
Rachel Kathy G @ onlinesisterhood says
I bet this is so tasty! Great flavors and looks so moist....we would love it. Have a wonderful weekend:)
Angie Schneider says
I have never made anything like this...it looks perfect with pesto.
Sandee says
Okay, now I'm coming over for dinner. What a lovely meal this would be.
Have a fabulous day Catherine. Big hugs. ♥♥♥
Dottie says
Dear Catherine, What a great idea to make a pocket and fill it with this delicious pesto! It must really add such a wonderful flavor, and a delightful surprise to those you are serving your Pork Rib Roast to. Great recipe and a fantastic meal. I love it. Thank you for sharing this...it is giving me the inspiration to make this someday soon. Blessing on this Sunday..Dottie 🙂
Jodee Weiland says
What a great idea! This pork looks so delicious...must have great flavor with that parsley pesto added in to it. Thanks for sharing!
Elzbieta Hester says
Looks like you know what you are doing...beautifully done. Love all that pesto inside!
ela h.
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Lori Hart says
Wow does this look amazing! I found you over at Tuesday’s Table. I host Tickle My Tastebuds Tuesday and would love it if you linked up this recipe. I’m sure our party goers would love it as much as I do. Here is the link http://bit.ly/1l4cu0j. Have a wonderful day
Adelina Priddis says
I love how you've stuffed the pesto inside. mmm, will for sure need to try that out. Thanks for sharing on Foodie Friday
Lynn Huntley says
Hi Catherine~ We love our pork in my family and I am positive this recipe will be a huge hit for Sunday Dinner~ Thanks for sharing. Lynn @ Turnips 2 Tangerines
Jen Nikolaus says
This would be awesome to make for father's day! I adore pesto! Thanks for sharing on Saturday Night Fever! Pinned to our group board!
Miz Helen says
What a beautiful Pork Rib Roast, it looks delicious! Thanks so much for sharing this awesome recipe with Full Plate Thursday and come back soon!
Miz Helen
Natasha In Oz says
Thanks for sharing at the Say G'day Saturday linky party. I've just pinned your delicious recipe-yum!
Hope you can join us again this weekend.
Best wishes,
Natasha in Oz