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Air Fryer Pork Roast

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A boneless pork loin roast cooked in the air fryer using a two-temperature method — lower heat first to cook through, then a high-heat blast to crisp the exterior — delivering a juicy interior with a genuinely crunchy crust.

Ingredients

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  • 2–3 lb boneless pork loin roast
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh or dried rosemary, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh or dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

  1. Mix olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, paprika, salt, pepper, and onion powder into a paste. Pat the pork loin completely dry with paper towels, then rub the paste all over every surface — sides, top, and ends.
  2. Rest the rubbed roast uncovered in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours. This allows the salt to penetrate and the surface to dry for a better crust.
  3. Preheat air fryer to 360°F for 3 minutes. Place the pork loin fat-side up in the basket.
  4. Cook at 360°F for 25–30 minutes per pound, checking the internal temperature periodically. Continue until the thickest part reads 140°F.
  5. Increase the temperature to 400°F and cook for 5 more minutes to crisp and brown the exterior. Pull the roast when the internal temperature reaches 145°F. A 2.5 lb loin typically takes 50–65 minutes total.
  6. Transfer to a cutting board, tent loosely with foil, and rest for 10–15 minutes before slicing. Do not skip this step.
  7. Slice into ½-inch medallions against the grain and serve immediately.

Notes

Resting is non-negotiable: Carryover cooking raises the internal temperature 3–5°F after removing from the air fryer, and resting allows juices to redistribute. Cutting immediately loses juice.

Optional pan sauce: While the roast rests, deglaze basket drippings in a small pan with ½ cup chicken broth and a splash of white wine. Simmer 3 minutes, then add 1 tablespoon cold butter off the heat and pour over sliced pork at the table.

Air fryer sizing: A 5.8-quart basket-style air fryer fits a 2.5–3 lb pork loin. The roast should not touch the heating element above. Use a 7-quart or oven-style air fryer for larger cuts.

Reheating: Slice before reheating. Warm slices in the air fryer at 325°F for 3–4 minutes with a splash of broth; do not reheat the whole roast.

Find it online: https://airfrycentral.com/air-fryer-pork-roast-tender-inside-crispy-outside/