SPICE-BRINED PORK ROAST

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This brined and barbecued pork roast is unbelievable moist. Adding seasonings to the coals produces an awesome aroma that draws guests to the grill!-Lorraine Schroeder, Albany, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 1h45m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 quarts water
8 orange peel strips (1 to 3 inches)
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup salt
3 tablespoons fennel seed, crushed
2 tablespoons dried thyme
2 tablespoons whole peppercorns
1 boneless rolled pork loin roast (4 pounds)

Steps:

In a large saucepan, combine the first seven ingredients. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until salt and sugar are dissolved. Remove from the heat; cool to room temperature., Place a large heavy-duty resealable plastic bag inside a second large resealable plastic bag; add pork. Carefully pour cooled brine into bag. Squeeze out as much air as possible; seal bags and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 12-24 hours, turning several times. Strain brine; discard liquid and set aside seasonings., Lightly grease the grill rack. Prepare grill for indirect heat, using a drip pan. Add reserved seasonings to coals. Place pork over drip pan and grill, covered, over indirect medium heat for 1-1/2-2 hours or until a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 75mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges