Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Stuffed Pork Loin: Savory Pellet Grill Recipe
Master the art of the pork roulade with this bacon-wrapped, stuffed pork loin recipe. Perfect for your pellet grill, featuring a savory mushroom and herb filling for ultimate flavor.
Prep Time:
45 min
Cook Time:
2–3 hours
Ingredients
- 1 - 3–4 lb Boneless Pork Loin Roast
- 1 lb - Regular Cut Bacon
- 2 tbsp - Meat Church Honey Hog seasoning
- 8 oz - Cremini mushrooms (finely chopped)
- 2 - cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 - shallot (diced)
- 1 cup - fresh spinach (wilted)
- 1/2 cup - grated Parmesan or Gruyère cheese
Instructions
Butterfly the Pork
Step 1
Lay the loin flat. Use a sharp knife to slice lengthwise through the middle, stopping about ½ inch before the other side. Open it like a book. Cover with plastic wrap and use a meat mallet to pound it to a uniform ½-inch thickness.
Sauté the Filling
Step 2
In a skillet, sauté your mushrooms, shallots, and garlic until soft. Stir in the spinach until wilted. Let the mixture cool completely before adding the cheese. (Warm filling will cause the meat to cook unevenly).
Stuff and Roll
Step 3
Spread the cooled filling over the pork, leaving a 1-inch border. Roll the loin up tightly like a jelly roll. Secure the roll every 2 inches with butcher's twine.
The Bacon Wrap
Step 4
Lay out strips of bacon on a piece of parchment paper to create a "weave" or simply lay them side-by-side. Place the pork roll on top and wrap the bacon around it, tucking the ends underneath. Season the exterior generously with your BBQ rub.
The Smoke
Step 5
Preheat your pellet grill to 250°F. Place the roast directly on the grates. Smoke until the internal temperature of the pork (not the filling) reaches 145°F. This usually takes 2.5 to 3 hours.
The Sear (Optional)
Step 6
If you want the bacon extra crispy, crank the grill to 400°F for the final 10 minutes of the cook.
Rest and Slice
Step 7
Remove from the grill and let it rest for 15 minutes. This allows the juices to set so the filling doesn't spill out when you slice. Remove the twine and cut into 1-inch medallions.
