Pork Loin with Mango Salsa

By LeeBoruchow

Ingredients

• 1 pork loin
• 2 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp natural cocoa powder
• 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 medium mango, sliced and cut into chunks
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1/2 small shallot, minced

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 425 F. Rinse your pork loin and trim any fat to make the surface of the loin smooth for rubbing. In a small bowl, combine the chili powder and the cocoa. Then use your hands to rub the mixture evenly over the pork.

Heat olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium high heat. Brown the tenderloin in the skillet on all sides, about 5 minutes.

Being careful not to lose the juices, transfer the pork loin to a Pyrex pan and slide into the oven. Cook for 12-15 more minutes. Check the loin after that time period by cutting into it. If still pink, cook a few minutes longer.

In a small bowl, lightly mix mango, cilantro, shallot and lemon juice. Serve with slices of pork.