Description
Cinnamon Orange Pork Medallions are a delightful dish featuring tender pork bites coated in a citrus-spiced sauce, perfect for a flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pork tenderloin, trimmed and sliced into 1-inch thick rounds
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 tablespoon grated orange peel
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Combine the cinnamon, sea salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Generously coat the pork rounds with this spice blend, ensuring each piece is well covered.
- Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned pork rounds and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they develop a golden crust and are cooked through. Transfer the pork to a plate and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, toss in the chopped garlic and sauté for around 30 seconds until it becomes aromatic.
- Add the freshly squeezed orange juice, maple syrup, and grated orange peel to the skillet. Stir the mixture and allow it to come to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes syrupy.
- Return the pork bites to the skillet, ensuring they are well-coated in the citrus sauce. Heat for an additional 2 minutes to warm through.
- Plate the citrus-spiced pork bites, drizzling the remaining sauce over the top, and finish with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a burst of color and flavor.
Notes
- For an extra layer of flavor, consider adding a dash of smoked paprika to the spice mix.
- Pair these pork bites with a side of steamed vegetables or a light salad to complement the sweet and tangy sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Cinnamon Orange Pork Medallions, Citrus-Spiced Pork Bites