Cornmeal and Cumin Pork Loin

A nice crunchy crust on a moist tender roast.

• Ready In: 50 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄4 lbs boneless pork loin
• 2 -3  tablespoons cornmeal
• 1  tablespoon cumin seed, roasted and crushed (or good powdered cumin)
• 2  tablespoons olive oil

Directions

1. Season pork with salt and pepper.
2. Mix cornmeal and cumin together.
3. Turn pork in this mixture to coat.
4. Heat oil in a skillet til hot but not smoking.
5. Brown pork, turning, about 3 minutes.
6. Transfer pork to a roasting pan.
7. Roast at 350°F for 25 to 30 minutes until internal temperature registers 155°F.
8. Let stand 10 minutes loosely covered.
9. Slice and serve.