Ginger Chile Pork With Brown Sugar Ginger Squash

Name: Ginger Chile Pork With Brown Sugar Ginger Squash
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 green onions, chopped; 1 orange, zest of (juice); ½ cup reduced sodium soy sauce; 2 tablespoons ginger, spice paste; 2 tablespoons chilies, spice paste; 1 pork tenderloin (about 1 lb); 1 large zip-top bag; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 (12 ounce) boxfrozen cooked butternut squash; prepared mashed potatoes; 1 tablespoon brown sugar; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 1 tablespoon ginger, spice paste; ¼ teaspoon kosher salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper; ¼ cup green onion, chopped

Servings: persons

3 green onions, chopped
1 orange, zest of (juice)
½ cup reduced sodium soy sauce
2 tablespoons ginger, spice paste
2 tablespoons chilies, spice paste
1 pork tenderloin (about 1 lb)
1 large zip-top bag
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 (12 ounce) boxfrozen cooked butternut squash
prepared mashed potatoes
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon ginger, spice paste
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
¼ cup green onion, chopped

1
Ginger Chile Pork:.
2
Chop onions (1/2 cup).
3
Zest/grate orange peel (no white; 1 teaspoon); squeeze orange for juice (1/2 cup).
4
Combine all ingredients (except pork and oil) for marinade; reserve 1/2 cup for later use.
5
Place pork and remaining marinade into bag; seal tightly.
6
Let stand 15 minutes (or overnight) to marinate.
7
Preheat oven to 400F.
8
Preheat large saute pan on medium 2-3 minutes.
9
Place oil in pan, then add pork (discarding bag and marinade); cook 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until browned on all sides.
10
Transfer pork to shallow baking dish; top with reserved 1/2 cup marinade.
11
Bake 18-20 minutes or until pork is 145F.
12
Remove from oven and let stand 5 minutes.
13
Slice pork and serve.
14
Brown Sugar Ginger Squash:.
15
Microwave squash following package instructions.
16
Transfer squash to medium bowl.
17
Microwave potatoes following package instructions.
18
Stir into squash: brown sugar, butter, ginger paste, salt, and pepper.
19
Chop onions.
20
Fold mashed potatoes and onions into squash mixture.
21
Serve.

418

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 green onions, chopped, 1 orange, zest of (juice), ½ cup reduced sodium soy sauce, 2 tablespoons ginger, spice paste, and more.

Yes, Ginger Chile Pork With Brown Sugar Ginger Squash 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!