Pork Medallions With Cranberries and Apples Recipe
🕒 Total Time: 25 minutes
🥘 Servings: 4
Description:
This delightful dish is perfect for a cozy fall evening, coming together swiftly and offering delicious leftovers that reheat beautifully. Even those who aren’t typically fond of pork will find themselves enamored with this flavorful creation, which combines the savory richness of pork with the sweet tanginess of cranberries and apples.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Chicken broth | 1/2 cup |
| Brown sugar | 1/2 cup |
| Cornstarch | 1 tbsp |
| Salt | 1 1/2 tsp |
| Dried rubbed sage | 1/2 tsp |
| Fresh coarse ground black pepper | 1/4 tsp |
| Flour | 1/8 cup |
| Olive oil | 1 tbsp + 4 tsp |
| Onion | 1 large, thinly sliced |
| Apple | 1, cored and thinly sliced |
| Fresh cranberries | 4 oz |
| Pork tenderloin | 1 lb, cut into 8 pieces |
| Sage sprig | for garnish |
Instructions:
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Prepare Sauce Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the chicken broth, brown sugar, cornstarch, salt, dried rubbed sage, and fresh coarse ground black pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
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Prepare Pork: Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, flatten each piece of pork to approximately 3/4-inch thickness. Coat each piece with flour, shaking off any excess.
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Sauté Pork: Heat 3 teaspoons of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat. Add the pork pieces and sauté for 2 1/2 minutes on each side, or until nicely browned. Once browned, remove the pork from the pan and set aside.
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Sauté Onion: To the same skillet, add 1 teaspoon of olive oil. Add the thinly sliced onion, cover the skillet, reduce the heat, and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the onions are golden brown, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
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Combine Ingredients: Return the pork to the skillet with the onions. Add the prepared sauce mixture, along with the sliced apple and fresh cranberries.
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Simmer: Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover the skillet and cook for approximately 3 minutes, or until the cranberries have popped and the pork is cooked through. Stir occasionally to ensure even cooking and distribution of flavors.
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Garnish and Serve: Once cooked, garnish the dish with fresh sage sprigs for a touch of aromatic freshness. Serve hot and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and textures in this exquisite dish.
Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or planning a special fall-themed meal, these Pork Medallions with Cranberries and Apples are sure to impress with their delightful taste and ease of preparation. Enjoy the warm, comforting flavors of autumn in every bite!
