Mediterranean Pineapple Pork Tenderloin

Mediterranean Pineapple Pork Tenderloin is healthy & tasty. It is prepared in 45 minutes, so it is good to prepare for a quick lunch or dinner. It contains pork tenderloins, pineapple chunks, pineapple juice, soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, garlic, olive oil, and black pepper. This Mediterranean Pineapple Pork Tenderloin is dairy-free, so it is good for a dairy-free diet. We have to utilize gluten-free tamari instead of regular soy sauce to make it safe for a gluten-free diet. Mediterranean Pineapple Pork Tenderloin is served with brown rice, roasted vegetables, and fresh Mediterranean salad. We would easily store this pork tenderloin so we would easily make it in advance.

STATS:

• Caloric Count: 340 kcal
• Preparation Duration: Fifteen minutes
• Serving size: 1
• Cook time: 25 to 30 minutes
• Cuisine: Mediterranean
• Total time: 45 minutes
• Course: Main Course
• Diet: High-Protein
• Serving: 6

EQUIPMENT:

• Measuring cups
• Knife
• Measuring spoons
• Cutting board
• Mixing vessel
• Whisk

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 pork tenderloins
• One can pineapple chunks
• ½ cup pineapple juice
• ¼ cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp. honey
• Two tbsp. brown sugar
• Three cloves garlic
• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• ½ tsp. black pepper

INGREDIENT NOTES:

PORK TENDERLOINS:

• Utilize the pork tenderloins to prepare this recipe, and it will provide a tender & juicy taste to the dish. Add the pork loin instead if required, but the cooking time will vary.

PINEAPPLE CHUNKS:

• Include the pineapple chunks or rings to prepare this dish. It will provide the sweet taste & juicy texture. We would also utilize fresh pineapple instead if required.

GARLIC:

• Utilize the minced garlic to provide a savory taste & rich aroma & would also utilize garlic paste instead if required.

OLIVE OIL:

• Add the olive oil to coat the pork, and it will provide an indulgent flavor. We would also utilize the avocado oil instead if required to brown the pork.

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Heat the oven to 200°C and dry the pork with the paper towel.
2. Add the pineapple juice, honey, brown sugar, olive oil, soy sauce, black pepper, and garlic, then whisk all the items till it is combined.
3. Put the pork tenderloin in the shallow dish and add the marinade to the dish.
4. Now turn the sides to coat the pork and leave it to marinate for fifteen to thirty minutes.
5. Now strain the pineapple and save some juice if required for later use.
6. After that, heat the pan over a moderate flame, put the pork in it, then sear for 2 to 3 minutes on each side till it gets brown.
7. Now add the pineapple around the pork and add the saved marinade to it.
8. Put the pan in the oven and bake for 15 to 25 minutes till it reaches 63° C.
9. Take out the pan and add the pork on the board and leave it for three minutes then make slices.
10. Make the medallions and put them on the plate with pineapples, and add the warm sauce on top.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

GRAINS AND STARCHES:

• Brown rice
• Quinoa
• Couscous
• Roasted potatoes
• Whole-wheat pita bread

VEGETABLE SIDES:

• Roasted zucchini
• Grilled bell peppers
• Steamed green beans
• Roasted asparagus
• Sautéed spinach

FRESH SALADS:

• Greek salad
• Cucumber & tomato salad
• Lemon herb salad

SAUCES AND GARNISHES:

• Fresh parsley
• Chopped cilantro
• Lemon wedges

TIPS:

• We have to choose the same thickness of the steak so they cook in the same amount of time.
• You can check the doneness with the thermometer, or else it becomes dry.
• We can marinate the pork for thirty minutes and keep them in the fridge.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Let the pork cook, then add it to a closed vessel and store for three to four days.

FREEZER:

• Leave the pork to get cook then add the in the vessel and freeze for two to three months.

FAQs:

Will we utilize the fresh pineapples?

• Yes, we will utilize the fresh pineapples, though we require the juice to make the marinade.

Could we make the dish in advance?

• Yes, we can prepare the pork and marinade in advance and leave it in the fridge till required, then make it fresh.

Does this dish contain dairy?

• This dish doesn’t contain dairy as there is not dairy containing item in it.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 340 kcal

Net carbs: 20 g

Iron: 1.5 mg

Total carbs: 22 g

Serving: 1

Vitamin A: 20 mcg

Fiber: 1 g

Serving size: 1

Calcium: 35 mg

Protein: 38 g

Sodium: 650 mg

Potassium: 650 mg