Pork and Cabbage with Wild Rice and Spiced Apple

Name: Pork and Cabbage with Wild Rice and Spiced Apple
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup wild rice blend; 1/2 head red cabbage, cored and cut into 1-inch pieces (about 5 cups); 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1 1/4 pounds pork tenderloin, trimmed; 1 teaspoon apple pie spice; 4 teaspoons country Dijon mustard; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 2 red apples, cored and cut into slices; 1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream; Four 6-ounce glasses reduced-fat milk, for serving

Servings: persons

1 cup wild rice blend
1/2 head red cabbage, cored and cut into 1-inch pieces (about 5 cups)
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/4 pounds pork tenderloin, trimmed
1 teaspoon apple pie spice
4 teaspoons country Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 red apples, cored and cut into slices
1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
Four 6-ounce glasses reduced-fat milk, for serving

1
Position an oven rack in the top third of the oven and preheat to 425 degrees F. Prepare the wild rice as per package instructions (discarding any included flavor packets).
2
Keep warm and set aside.
3
Meanwhile, toss the cabbage, garlic, 1 tablespoon of the oil, 1 tablespoon of the vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper together on a baking sheet.
4
Spread out leaving room for the pork tenderloin in the center.
5
Sprinkle the pork with 3/4 teaspoon of the apple pie spice, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper.
6
Heat the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet.
7
Add the pork and cook, turning as needed, until brown on all sides, about 5 minutes.
8
Place on the baking sheet and brush the top and sides of the pork with 2 teaspoons of the mustard.
9
Roast until the cabbage is tender and the internal temperature of the pork registers 145 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer, 25 to 30 minutes.
10
Transfer the pork to a cutting board to rest for a few minutes and then slice.
11
Toss the parsley with the cabbage.
12
Toss the apples with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon apple pie spice.
13
For the sauce, stir together the sour cream and the remaining 2 teaspoons mustard and 1 teaspoon vinegar.
14
Divide the rice, cabbage, pork and apples evenly among four dinner plates.
15
Spoon the sauce over the pork.
16
Serve each with a glass of milk.

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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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup wild rice blend, 1/2 head red cabbage, cored and cut into 1-inch pieces (about 5 cups), 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced, 1 tablespoon plus 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Pork and Cabbage with Wild Rice and Spiced Apple falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!