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Grilled BBQ Pork Loin Roast

Grilled Pork Loin Roast is tender and juicy, made with lean pork loin covered in pork rub seasoning, then grilled and brushed with tangy BBQ sauce!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time1 hour 30 minutes
Resting Time10 minutes
Total Time1 hour 45 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 393kcal
Author: Jacqui

Equipment

  • 1 Grill

Ingredients

  • 3-4 pound pork loin roast trimmed of extra fat and silverskin
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper or to taste
  • 1/2 cup BBQ Sauce gluten free
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Instructions

  • Turn the grill on to medium heat and let it preheat to about 350-400°F, setting up one side for direct and the other without flame for indirect heat.
  • While the grill is heating up, trim the silverskin (if your roast has it) and excess fat pieces off of the pork loin and discard. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and seasoning mix, then rub the spice mixture all over the pork loin, coating it evenly on all sides.
  • Place the pork loin over the direct heat side, searing it for 2-3 minutes on each side. Move the pork loin to the indirect heat side and close the grill.
  • Cook for 60-90 minutes, or until the pork loin reaches an internal temperature of 145°F. Brush the roast with BBQ sauce on the top, move back to the direct heat side, sauce-side-down for 2-3 minutes for a reverse sear. Brush the top with more sauce and flip over for another 2-3 minutes.
  • Remove from the grill and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Click on the time in the instructions to start a timer! 
*Nutrition is for a 4 pound pork loin*
Storage
Refrigerate for 3-4 days in an airtight container.
Freeze for 2-3 months in a freezer-safe container.
Cooking Tips
  • This takes about 20 minutes per pound of meat to cook. I used a 4 pound pork loin for this recipe. 
  • We're using two-zone grilling process, which basically means fire up one side (direct heat side), and do nothing on the other side (indirect cooking). When you close the lid, this creates and oven effect in the grill, without burning the meat. 
  • Take the pork roast out of the refrigerator 15-20 minutes before you plan on cooking
  • Close the lid while the pork loin is cooking, to keep the heat consistent in the grill.
  • Grill temps can vary, especially from a gas grill to a charcoal grill, so check the pork loin at 1 hour to see how far along it is. 
  • Rest the roast when it's done cooking, so it redistributes the juices in the meat and doesn't lose them when slicing.
  • Wait to add the BBQ sauce until the end, so the sugars in the sauce don't get a chance to burn on the grill. Serve with extra BBQ sauce at the table.
  • Use whatever your favorite BBQ sauce is. 

Nutrition

Calories: 393kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 51g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 143mg | Sodium: 596mg | Potassium: 921mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 303IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 2mg
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