Pork Medallions With Mangos and Amaretto Recipe

Name: Pork Medallions With Mangos and Amaretto
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 small mangoes; 1 14 lbs pork tenderloin; ½ cup flour; salt; pepper; 3 tablespoons butter; ¼ cup finely chopped shallot; ⅓ cup dry white wine; 2 tablespoons Amaretto; 2 tablespoons cognac; ¾ cup beef stock (I use chicken); ¼ cup butter; ¼ cup heavy cream

Servings: persons

5 small mangoes
1 14 lbs pork tenderloin
½ cup flour
salt
pepper
3 tablespoons butter
¼ cup finely chopped shallot
⅓ cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons Amaretto
2 tablespoons cognac
¾ cup beef stock (I use chicken)
¼ cup butter
¼ cup heavy cream

1
Peel and dice one mango.
2
Peel the other four mangos and cut off the cheeks.
3
Poach cheeks in barely simmering water for 2-3 minutes.
4
Reserve in water, covered.
5
Cut the tenderloin into 8 medallions and dredge in flour seasoned with salt and pepper.
6
Saute medallions in hot butter for 3 minutes on each side.
7
Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
8
To the skillet add the chopped shallots and cook until softened.
9
Add the diced mango and cook for a couple of minutes.
10
Add white wine scraping the bottom.
11
Reduce by about half over high heat.
12
Add amaretto and cognac and reduce further.
13
Add stock and continue cooking about 3 minutes.
14
Stir and season to taste with salt and pepper.
15
Puree the mixture and strain it back into the skillet or just use a stick blender.
16
Bring the juices to a boil.
17
In a food processor, with motor running, (or use stick) add and blend mango mixture, the heavy cream and the butter.
18
Keep warm.
19
To serve, divide pork medallions among 4 plates and top with a slice of poached mango.
20
Spoon the sauce over the meat.

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
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: 5 small mangoes, 1 14 lbs pork tenderloin, ½ cup flour, salt, and more.

Yes, Pork Medallions With Mangos and Amaretto 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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Pork Medallions With Mangos and Amaretto

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