Southern-Style Coca-Cola Pork Loin

Ingredients1 cup Coca-Cola (avoid diet versions)1/2 cup ketchup1 (3-4 pound) pork loin roastSalt and pepper to taste1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 cup soy sauce1/4 cup brown sugar2 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon Dijon mustard1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon ground ginger1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish (optional)PreparationPreheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).Season Pork: Season the pork loin generously with salt and pepper.Sear Pork: Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the pork loin on all sides until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside.Make Sauce: In the same skillet, combine Coca-Cola, ketchup, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, ground ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine and bring to a simmer.Cook Pork: Return the pork loin to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top. Cover the skillet with a lid or foil.Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F (63°C), basting occasionally with the sauce.Rest and Serve: Remove the pork loin from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley or green onions if desired. Serve the pork loin slices with the remaining sauce from the skillet.Enjoy!

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