1 kg boneless pork loin
75 ml olive oil
4 shallots, chopped
30 ml (2 tbsp) grated fresh ginger
30 ml (2 tbsp) lemon juice
30 ml (2 tbsp) maple syrup
1 ml (1/4 tsp) salt
30 ml (2 tbsp) chopped chives
30 ml (2 tbsp) chopped coriander
Mayonnaise (optional)
1/2 cup (125 ml) mayonnaise
15 ml (1 tbsp) Dijon mustard
Place the grill at the center of the oven. Preheat the oven to 200C (400F).
In an ovenproof pan over high heat, brown the roast pork on all sides in 15 ml (1 tbsp) of the oil. Season with salt and pepper.
Bake 45 minutes or until a thermometer inserted in the center of the roast reads 57C (135F). Set the roast aside on a plate, cover with foil and let stand 10 minutes. The temperature should increase to 63C (145F).
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium-high heat, fry the shallots in the remaining oil until golden brown. Add the ginger and continue cooking for 1 minute, stirring. Remove from heat. Add the lemon juice, maple syrup and salt.
Reserve 30 ml (2 tbsp) of the marinade to season the mayonnaise, if desired.
In an airtight bag, coat the roast with the marinade. Close the bag and refrigerate for 24 to 48 hours.
Mayonnaise (optional)
In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise and mustard with a whisk, adding the reserved marinade, if desired.
On a plate, combine the chives and coriander. Drain the roast, then coat it with the herbs. On a work surface, thinly slice the meat. Serve with mayonnaise and chutney, if desired.
Make Ahead: The roast can be cooked and marinated 1 to 2 days in advance, then sliced just before serving.