Pork Tenderloin Medallions (with Apples)
Pork tenderloin medallions are easy to make and taste great with homemade applesauce. Make this recipe tonight for a quick and delicious family dinner.
- Prep time
- 10 min
- Cook time
- 25 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- HARD
Ingredients
- 4 apples (I usually use Gala, peeled and chopped)
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 1/4 cup golden raisins
- 1 inch piece of fresh ginger root (peeled and whole)
- 2 tbsp light brown sugar or coconut sugar
- 1+1/3 cup apple juice
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- a pinch salt
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (or arrowroot powder + 1 tablespoon water)
- 2 pork tenderloins
- salt and pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1
Combine all the ingredients for the applesauce except the arrowroot/water mixture in a medium pot over medium high heat. Bring to a simmer and cook until a chunky sauce forms, about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 2
Once apples are soft and the sauce has reduced slightly, whisk in the arrowroot/water mixture. Simmer for another 3-4 minutes. Remove from the heat and discard the ginger.
- 3
Meanwhile, cook the pork. Slice the pork tenderloins into 2-inch medallions. Flatten each piece slightly and dry with paper towels. Sprinkle both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- 4
Heat the olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering, add the pork (you may have to do this in 2 batches) and cook without moving for 3-4 minutes. Flip and cook on the other side for another 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a plate and tent loosely with foil until ready to serve. Top with the warm applesauce and enjoy!