Caribbean Pork Tenderloin

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A zesty, citrus-marinated pork dish with sweet plantains and a glossy glaze.
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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.

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Caribbean Pork Tenderloin

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 154.3

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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;€™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.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Trim fat from the pork tenderloins and cut the meat across the grain into 1/8-inch thick slices.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together grated orange peel, orange juice, lime juice, chopped fresh cilantro, cracked black pepper, and halved garlic cloves.
  3. Add the sliced pork to the marinade, stir to coat evenly, cover, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  4. Remove the pork from the marinade and drain well, reserving the marinade liquid.
  5. Stir cornstarch and salt into the reserved marinade until smooth; set aside.
  6. Heat vegetable oil in a 10-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
  7. Sauté the pork slices in the hot oil for about 4 minutes, or until no longer pink.
  8. Add the sliced plantains to the skillet and sauté until golden brown.
  9. Pour the marinade mixture into the skillet, stirring constantly to combine with the pork and plantains.
  10. 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.

Keywords: caribbean, pork tenderloin, plantain, citrus marinade, orange juice, lime juice, garlic, cilantro, quick dinner, easy recipe, healthy pork, sauteed plantains, glazed pork, tropical flavors, weeknight meal, lean protein
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