This vibrant Caribbean Pork Tenderloin combines tender slices of lean pork with sweet, ripe plantains in a tangy citrus glaze. The meat is marinated in fresh orange and lime juice, garlic, and cilantro, infusing it with bright, aromatic flavors. The cornstarch-thickened sauce clings beautifully to the pork and caramelized plantain slices, creating a harmonious balance of sweet, savory, and zesty notes. It’s a quick yet impressive weeknight dinner that brings the warmth of the tropics to your table. Serve it over rice or with a fresh green salad for a complete, satisfying meal that feels both exotic and comforting.
Caribbean Pork Tenderloin
Description
This vibrant Caribbean Pork Tenderloin combines tender slices of lean pork with sweet, ripe plantains in a tangy citrus glaze. The meat is marinated in fresh orange and lime juice, garlic, and cilantro, infusing it with bright, aromatic flavors. The cornstarch-thickened sauce clings beautifully to the pork and caramelized plantain slices, creating a harmonious balance of sweet, savory, and zesty notes. It&# 226;ÂÂs a quick yet impressive weeknight dinner that brings the warmth of the tropics to your table. Serve it over rice or with a fresh green salad for a complete, satisfying meal that feels both exotic and comforting.Ingredients
Directions
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Trim fat from the pork tenderloins and cut the meat across the grain into 1/8-inch thick slices.
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In a large bowl, whisk together grated orange peel, orange juice, lime juice, chopped fresh cilantro, cracked black pepper, and halved garlic cloves.
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Add the sliced pork to the marinade, stir to coat evenly, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
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Remove the pork from the marinade and drain well, reserving the marinade liquid.
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Stir cornstarch and salt into the reserved marinade until smooth; set aside.
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Heat vegetable oil in a 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
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Sauté the pork slices in the hot oil for about 4 minutes, or until no longer pink.
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Add the sliced plantains to the skillet and sauté until golden brown.
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Pour the marinade mixture into the skillet, stirring constantly to combine with the pork and plantains.
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Bring the sauce to a boil and continue stirring for 1 minute until slightly thickened.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 154.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 3.2g5%
- Saturated Fat 0.8g4%
- Cholesterol 37.0mg13%
- Sodium 1249.2mg53%
- Total Carbohydrate 17.4g6%
- Dietary Fiber 2.0g8%
- Sugars 12.3g
- Protein 14.5g29%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
