Marinated Ibérico Pork With Potatoes (Printer-Friendly)

Overnight marinated Ibérico pork with crispy potatoes and sweet roasted peppers—a Spanish-inspired centerpiece.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pork Marinade

01 - 21.2 oz Ibérico pork fillet, trimmed
02 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
05 - 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
06 - Zest of 1 lemon
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
08 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
09 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Roast Potatoes

10 - 24.7 oz small new potatoes, quartered
11 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
12 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
13 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
14 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
15 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

→ Red Peppers

16 - 2 large red bell peppers, seeded and cut into strips
17 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
18 - 1 clove garlic, thinly sliced
19 - Pinch of salt

# Direction Steps:

01 - Combine olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, smoked paprika, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Coat pork fillet thoroughly in marinade mixture, place in a container, cover, and refrigerate for minimum 8 hours or overnight.
02 - Preheat oven to 425°F.
03 - Toss quartered potatoes with olive oil, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and thyme leaves. Spread evenly on a baking tray. Roast for 35 to 40 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
04 - Place pepper strips on a separate baking tray. Toss with olive oil, sliced garlic, and salt. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes until tender and lightly caramelized.
05 - Remove pork from marinade and pat dry with paper towels. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork fillet for 2 to 3 minutes per side until browned on all surfaces. Transfer skillet to preheated oven and roast for 12 to 15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F. Rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
06 - Slice rested pork fillet and arrange on individual plates with roasted potatoes and red peppers. Drizzle with pan juices if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The overnight marinade transforms the pork into something tender and deeply flavored without any fuss.
  • Everything roasts together in harmony, filling your kitchen with the kind of aroma that makes people wander in asking whats for dinner.
  • It looks impressive on the plate but honestly requires less effort than it appears.
  • The combination of crispy potatoes, sweet peppers, and succulent pork hits every texture and flavor note you crave.
02 -
  • Pat the pork dry before searing or it will steam instead of brown, and you'll miss out on that gorgeous caramelized crust.
  • Don't skip the resting time after roasting; those few minutes let the juices redistribute so every slice stays moist and tender.
  • If your oven runs cool, check the pork a few minutes early with a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking.
03 -
  • Bring the pork to room temperature for about 20 minutes before searing so it cooks more evenly and stays tender.
  • Use a meat thermometer and pull the pork at exactly 63°C; carryover cooking will bring it up a few more degrees as it rests.
  • Save any leftover marinade and toss it with the potatoes before roasting for an extra layer of flavor.
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