Citrus-Glazed Pork with Farro Recipe

Name: Citrus-Glazed Pork with Farro
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 red onion, chopped; 1 cup farro; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 6 ounces Brussels sprouts, trimmed and thinly sliced; Juice of 1 lime; 2 oranges, halved (1 1/2 juiced, 1/2 cut into 4 wedges); 2 tablespoons honey; 1 1 -pound pork tenderloin; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons paprika; Pomegranate seeds, for topping (optional)

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 red onion, chopped
1 cup farro
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
6 ounces Brussels sprouts, trimmed and thinly sliced
Juice of 1 lime
2 oranges, halved (1 1/2 juiced, 1/2 cut into 4 wedges)
2 tablespoons honey
1 1 -pound pork tenderloin
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons paprika
Pomegranate seeds, for topping (optional)

1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat.
2
Add the red onion; cook, stirring, until golden, 5 minutes.
3
Add the farro, 2 1/2 cups water, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste and bring to a boil.
4
Reduce the heat to medium; simmer until the farro is just tender, 25 minutes.
5
Stir in the Brussels sprouts and cook until tender, 5 minutes.
6
Season with salt and pepper.
7
Mix the lime and orange juices with the honey.
8
Season the pork with the cumin, paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
9
Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large nonstick ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat.
10
Add the pork and oranges; cook, turning the pork, until browned, 5 minutes.
11
Flip the orange wedges; add the juice mixture.
12
Transfer the skillet to the oven; bake until a thermometer inserted into the pork registers 145 degrees F, about 15 minutes.
13
Let rest 5 minutes, then slice and drizzle with the pan juices.
14
Serve with the oranges and farro; top with pomegranate seeds.
15
Per serving: Calories 468; Fat 12 g (Saturated 2 g); Cholesterol 63 mg; Sodium 549 mg; Carbohydrate 57 g; Fiber 7 g; Protein 32 g
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Photograph by Justin Walker

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 red onion, chopped, 1 cup farro, Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, and more.

Yes, Citrus-Glazed Pork with Farro falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Citrus-Glazed Pork with Farro

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