Pork Loin with Green Olive Sauce | Easy Braised Pork Recipe

1. Season the pork loin generously with salt and pepper.
2. Heat a heavy-bottomed pot with olive oil over high heat and sear the meat on all sides until deeply browned, about 15 minutes.
3. Remove the browned pork loin and set it aside on a plate.
4. In the same pot, utilizing those rich pan drippings, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic for 5 minutes until soft and golden.
5. Stir in the tomato paste or homemade tomato sauce and the chopped fresh tomatoes, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
6. Return the seared pork loin to the pot and pour in just enough boiling water to cover the meat.
7. Cover the pot securely and let it gently simmer over low heat for 1 hour and 50 minutes to achieve maximum tenderness.
8. Adjust the seasoning with a pinch of salt, pepper, and oregano, stir in the briny chopped green olives, and simmer for a final 5 minutes to marry the flavors.
9. Turn off the heat, transfer the tender pork loin to a cutting board, slice it beautifully, and serve smothered in the rich savory sauce alongside steamed rice.

Adapted from a Recipe by: Receitas Fáceis