| Many times, while researching the best local food specials to pair with ZEG Sauces and create fantastic recipes, we come across subtle but important differences.
One important difference is the pork loin versus the pork tenderloin. Although the names sound similar, they are not cut from the same part of the pig and they look completely different. Pork loin is wide enough that you can cut steak-like pieces from it while pork tenderloin is thin and small. These two cuts of pork also have completely opposite cooking methods. Pork tenderloin is best quickly cooked over fairly high heat. While pork loin does well when slow-roasting or grilling. Since these are very important differences, even though both cuts of pork are fairly lean, they should not be used to substitute for one another in recipes. Here is a summary of the major differences between pork loin and pork tenderloin: Pork Loin A.k.a.: Center cut pork loin roast, center cut pork roast, pork center loin roast, pork center cut rib roast, pork loin center cut, pork loin center rib roast, pork loin roast center cut, and pork loin rib half. Location: The pig’s back. Size: Pork loin is a large piece of meat, so you can get it cut to order. A typical roast can be anywhere from two to five pounds. Texture and Flavour: Fairly lean, mild flavored meat with a thick cap of fat on top. Tender if cooked properly. How to Cook: Pork loin is best grilled over moderate heat or seared then slow roasted in the oven. Be careful not to overcook pork loin. Pork Tenderloin A.k.a.: Pork filet, pork tender. Location: Pork tenderloin is the muscle that runs alongside the pig’s backbone. Size: Each tenderloin averages about one pound and is sold whole. Texture and Flavour: Tenderloin is lean, delicately flavored meat. It is the most tender cut of pork if you are quick-cooking it. How to Cook: Tenderloin should be trimmed of its tough silver skin before cooking. Pork tenderloin absorbs marinades well and should be quickly cooked on a grill, seared, roasted, or sliced and cooked in stir-fries. Since the meat is lean be careful not to overcook it. Now that you know the differences between these two delicious cuts of pork, it’s time to get cooking! For a limited time, there is a great sale on at your local Lococo’s on their Pork Tenderloin for $4.44 / lb. And we have the perfect recipe for your pork tenderloin: Pork Tenderloin with ZEG Sauce. Make sure to use your ZEG Sauces as a tenderizing marinade and/or to drizzle over your pork tenderloin once cooked! Enjoy! 🐷 ZEG Sauces are a multiple use condiment sauce that can be used on any food around the world. 🐷 You can use ZEG Sauces for basting, marinating, spreading, as a side dipping sauce, or as a dressing the options are unlimited. 🐷 Use ZEG Sauces on everything from chicken, pork, and beef to vegetables, rice, and tofu. |
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