Pan-Seared Pork with Rosemary-Spinach Pesto Recipe

Name: Pan-Seared Pork with Rosemary-Spinach Pesto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 bunch Fresh Rosemary; 1 bunch Fresh Spinach; 3 cloves Garlic; 1/2 cups Raw Walnuts; 1/4 cups Walnut Oil; 1/2 cups Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese; 1 pinch Salt And Pepper, to taste; 2 pieces (about 1/2 Lb. Each) Boneless Pork Chops Or Steaks; 1 pinch Salt And Pepper, For Seasoning; 1 Tablespoon Extra-virgin Olive Oil, For Searing

Servings: persons

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For the pesto: 1.
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Place the rosemary, spinach, garlic, and walnuts into a food processor.
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Process until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
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With the processor running, slowly stream in the walnut oil until smooth.
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Fold in the Parmesan cheese, taste, and season as needed with salt and pepper.
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For the pork: 1.
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To make the pork, heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
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Season both sides of each pork steak with salt and pepper.
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Coat the pan with oil.
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Add the pork to the pan and cook for 5-6 minutes on both sides.
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Let rest for about 10-15 minutes before slicing.
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Spoon the pesto on top!

474

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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

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 bunch Fresh Rosemary, 1 bunch Fresh Spinach, 3 cloves Garlic, 1/2 cups Raw Walnuts, and more.

Yes, Pan-Seared Pork with Rosemary-Spinach Pesto falls under the Vegetarian 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!

Pan-Seared Pork with Rosemary-Spinach Pesto

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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