Seed Crusted Pork Roast

Accompany this Asian-inspired roast with yellow rice, sautéed peapods and a fruit salad. Leftovers make great sandwiches.

Recipe Ingredients:

1 1/2 to 2 pounds pork single loin roast
2 tablespoons sesame seed
1 tablespoon poppy seed
1 tablespoon caraway seed
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce

Cooking Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
2. In shallow bowl stir sesame, poppy and caraway seeds together with pepper.
3. Brush roast with teriyaki sauce and roll in seed mixture to coat well.
4. Place roast in shallow roasting pan, roast for 45 to 50 minutes, until internal temperature (measured with a meat thermometer), reads 155°F (approximately 65°C).
5. Remove from oven; let rest 5 to 10 minutes, slice to serve.

Makes 6 servings.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (1/6 of recipe): Calories 220 calories Protein 30 grams Fat 10 grams Sodium 300 milligrams Cholesterol 80 milligrams Saturated Fat 3 grams Carbohydrates 3 grams Fiber 0 grams.

Recipe provided courtesy of National Pork Board.