Name: Oven-Baked Garlic Herb Buzhenyna
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 180 min
Total time: 210 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Ukrainian cuisine
Ingredients: 1.5 kg pork loin (boneless, trimmed); 8 pcs garlic (cloves, peeled and sliced or minced); 2 tbsp fresh rosemary (finely chopped); 1 tbsp fresh thyme (finely chopped); 1 tbsp fresh dill (finely chopped); 1 tsp black peppercorns (crushed or coarsely ground); 2 pcs bay leaves (crumbled); 1 tsp sweet paprika; 1.5 tbsp salt (or to taste); 2 tbsp olive oil

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Prep: 30 min • Cook: 180 min. A Ukrainian classic, this Oven-Baked Garlic Herb Buzhenyna features a succulent pork loin generously marinated in a blend of fresh garlic, aromatic herbs, and bold spices, then slow-roasted to achieve melt-in-your-mouth tenderness. Designed for the home cook, this recipe simplifies the traditional preparation using readily available ingredients, ensuring a delicious and authentic result best enjoyed chilled in thin slices.

Preparation time: 30 min
Cooking time: 3 hrs
Total time: 3 hrs 30 min
Servings: 8
Course: Main
Complexity: Medium

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Nutrition

Servings: 8
Serving size (imperial): 6.6 oz

Nutrient	Per serving	Per 100 g	Total (8 servings)
Calories	320.5 kcal	171 kcal	2,564 kcal
Protein	35.2 g	18.8 g	281.6 g
Fat	18.1 g	9.6 g	144.8 g
Carbs	2.5 g	1.3 g	20 g

Tips

Marinate overnight for deeper flavor penetration and more tender pork.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness without overcooking.
Chilling before slicing makes for cleaner, thinner cuts, ideal for presentation.