Pork Tenderloin on a Vegetable Bed 🐖🥦
Description:
I stumbled upon this incredible recipe through a friend, Johanna Jones, who runs a delightful pig farm nestled in the heart of sunny South Carolina. Johanna’s culinary masterpiece is a dazzling display of flavors, a harmonious blend of tender pork tenderloin nestled atop a vibrant medley of garden-fresh vegetables. This dish, a true summer sensation, is not only a feast for the taste buds but also a celebration of seasonal abundance. With a few tweaks and twists, I’ve tailored this recipe to my liking, swapping green peppers for red and amping up the green onion quotient. Trust me when I say, “this is the Bomb!”
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 sprigs | Fresh thyme |
| 1 tsp | Dried thyme |
| 1/4 tsp | Cracked black pepper |
| 1 tsp | Fresh ground pepper |
| 2 tsp | Salt |
| 1 tbsp | Olive oil |
| 1 | Red bell pepper |
| 1 | Orange bell pepper |
| 1 | Zucchini |
| 1 | Bunch of green onions |
| 5 cloves | Garlic |
| 2-3 cups | Black beans |
| 1 can (14 oz) | Stewed tomatoes |
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 244.9
- Fat Content: 7.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.9g
- Cholesterol Content: 82.1mg
- Sodium Content: 465.6mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 15.7g
- Fiber Content: 4g
- Sugar Content: 9.2g
- Protein Content: 29.4g
Instructions:
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Prepare the Seasoning: In a small bowl, combine the fresh thyme, dried thyme, cracked black pepper, fresh ground pepper, and salt. Mix well to create a flavorful seasoning blend.
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Season the Pork: Roll the pork tenderloin in the seasoning mixture, ensuring that it’s evenly coated. Press the seasoning into the meat for maximum flavor infusion.
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Cook the Pork: In a large skillet, preferably cast iron, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the seasoned pork tenderloin to the skillet and cook for about 30 minutes or until it’s cooked through, turning occasionally to ensure even browning. Once done, transfer the pork to a cutting board and cover it with foil to keep it warm.
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Prepare the Vegetable Bed: In the same skillet used for cooking the pork, maintain the heat and add the red bell pepper, orange bell pepper, zucchini, green onions, and garlic. Sauté the vegetables to your preferred level of doneness, aiming for a slightly crisp texture.
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Add the Beans and Tomatoes: Once the vegetables are cooked to perfection, introduce the black beans and stewed tomatoes to the skillet. Sprinkle in the remaining thyme for an extra burst of flavor. Allow the mixture to heat through for about 4-5 minutes, ensuring all the ingredients are well combined and heated.
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Assemble and Serve: Spoon the delightful vegetable medley onto a large serving plate, creating a bed for the sliced pork tenderloin. Cut the pork into thin slices and arrange them atop the vegetable bed. For a finishing touch, garnish with a few sprigs of fresh thyme to elevate the presentation.
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Enjoy!: Sit back, relax, and savor each delightful bite of this succulent Pork Tenderloin on a Vegetable Bed. Whether you’re hosting a summer soirée or simply indulging in a cozy dinner at home, this dish is sure to impress with its vibrant flavors and wholesome goodness.
So there you have it, a recipe that’s bound to become a staple in your culinary repertoire—a testament to the joys of farm-fresh ingredients and creative cooking. Bon appétit! 🍽️🌿
