Pork Medallions with Cherry Port Sauce
Total Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Description:
Elevate your dinner with this elegant and flavorful recipe for Pork Medallions with Cherry Port Sauce. Perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner, this dish combines tender pork medallions with a rich and tangy cherry port sauce, garnished with fresh parsley. Simple yet sophisticated, it’s a delightful way to impress family and friends.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup dried cherries
- 1/2 cup Dijon mustard
- 4 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 4 pork medallions (about 1 inch thick)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup port wine
Instructions:
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Prepare the Cherry-Port Mixture:
- In a bowl, combine the dried cherries, Dijon mustard, and port wine. Mix well and set aside.
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Cook the Pork Medallions:
- Heat 2 tablespoons of canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the pork medallions generously with salt and pepper.
- Add the pork medallions to the skillet, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Sauté for about 5 minutes on each side, or until the medallions are golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the cooked medallions to a plate and keep warm.
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Make the Cherry-Port Sauce:
- In the same skillet, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of canola oil and the port mixture.
- Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the sauce has reduced to about 1/2 cup.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and whisk in the butter until the sauce is smooth and glossy.
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Assemble and Serve:
- Return the pork medallions to the skillet, coating them with the cherry port sauce.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 442.2
- Total Fat: 14.4 g
- Saturated Fat: 4.8 g
- Cholesterol: 155.1 mg
- Sodium: 164.9 mg
- Carbohydrates: 12.7 g
- Fiber: 0.1 g
- Sugar: 7.8 g
- Protein: 47.1 g
Indulge in the delightful flavors of pork medallions paired with a luxurious cherry port sauce. This dish is not only easy to prepare but also delivers a restaurant-quality experience right at home. Enjoy!
