Citrus Pork Skillet

This Citrus Pork Skillet is a vibrant, weeknight-friendly dish that balances the earthy warmth of cumin with the bright acidity of orange juice and cider vinegar. Tender strips of boneless pork loin are quickly seared for a golden crust, then simmered in a fragrant, slightly sweet sauce infused with garlic and carrots. The result is a juicy, flavorful main that feels both comforting and fresh. It cooks in under thirty minutes, making it perfect for busy evenings when you want something substantial but not heavy. Serve it over rice, noodles, or alongside crusty bread to soak up the delicious citrus glaze.

Cooking Method: Boiling, Sautéing

Cuisine: American

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 1169.0

Description

This Citrus Pork Skillet is a vibrant, weeknight-friendly dish that balances the earthy warmth of cumin with the bright acidity of orange juice and cider vinegar. Tender strips of boneless pork loin are quickly seared for a golden crust, then simmered in a fragrant, slightly sweet sauce infused with garlic and carrots. The result is a juicy, flavorful main that feels both comforting and fresh. It cooks in under thirty minutes, making it perfect for busy evenings when you want something substantial but not heavy. Serve it over rice, noodles, or alongside crusty bread to soak up the delicious citrus glaze.

Ingredients

1 teaspoon Ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Pepper
8 ounce Boneless pork loin, cut

Directions

1
Cut the boneless pork loin into 2x1/2 inch strips.
2
In a small bowl, combine ground cumin, salt, and pepper.
3
Add the pork strips to the spice mixture and toss to coat evenly.
4
Heat corn oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
5
Add the coated pork and minced garlic to the skillet; sautÃÂ© for 2 minutes or until browned.
6
In a small bowl, whisk together chicken broth, orange juice, cider vinegar, brown sugar, and cornstarch until smooth.
7
Pour the liquid mixture over the pork and stir to combine.
8
Add sliced carrots and cook for 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp and the sauce thickens.
9
Stir in sliced green onions and serve immediately over cooked wide egg noodles or rice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1169.0kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 29.2g45%
Saturated Fat 9.8g50%
Cholesterol 576.0mg192%
Sodium 10247.1mg427%
Total Carbohydrate 3.8g2%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g6%
Sugars 0.2g
Protein 209.2g419%

* 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: citrus, pork, skillet, orange, cumin, garlic, carrots, quick, weeknight, dinner, easy, glaze, tender, loin, american, saute

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