How to Properly Butterfly a Pork Loin

Stuff a butterflied pork loin for extra moisture and flavor.

Many different recipes call for a pork loin to be butterflied. It is very easy to do it; just make sure you use a well-sharpened knife. Use a boneless pork loin for this method.

Things You'll Need

• Sharp knife

Instructions

1. Start with a clean cutting board. Place the pork loin on the cutting board with one end facing you.

2. Using a long and sharp knife, make a lengthwise cut starting just 1 inch in from the right side of the pork loin.

3. Cut all the way across just 1 inch from the cutting board and without cutting all the way through to the back.

4. Turn the knife and cut it to your left, as if you are forming a right angle. Stop when you get about 1 inch from the opposite side of the pork loin.

5. Open up the pork loin and lay the sides out. It should be nearly flat.

6. Continue on with your recipe.

References

• Eating Well: How to Butterfly a Pork Tenderloin