Pork Tenderloin With Red Pepper Sauce Recipe

Name: Pork Tenderloin With Red Pepper Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each); 1/2 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper; 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 cup finely chopped fresh spinach; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1 package (12.3 ounces) silken firm tofu; 1 cup roasted sweet red peppers, drained and finely chopped; 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley; 2 tablespoons grated Romano cheese

Servings: persons

2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each)
1/2 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper
1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup finely chopped fresh spinach
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 package (12.3 ounces) silken firm tofu
1 cup roasted sweet red peppers, drained and finely chopped
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons grated Romano cheese

1
Cut a lengthwise slit down the center of each tenderloin to within 1/2 in. of bottom. Open tenderloins so they lie flat; cover with plastic wrap. Flatten to 1/2 in. thickness. Remove plastic; set tenderloins aside.
2
In a nonstick skillet, saute sweet red pepper, onion and garlic in oil until tender; add spinach and cook 2 minutes longer. Spread over tenderloins; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roll up; tie several times with kitchen string and secure ends with toothpicks.
3
Bake, uncovered, at 400u00b0 for 45-60 minutes or until thermometer reads 160u00b0. Transfer to a warm serving platter. Let stand for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
4
Meanwhile, combine the tofu, roasted red peppers, parsley and cheese in a food processor or blender; cover and process until smooth. Transfer to a saucepan; heat through (do not boil). Serve with tenderloin.

340

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 pork tenderloins (1 pound each), 1/2 cup finely chopped sweet red pepper, 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion, 3 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Pork Tenderloin With Red Pepper Sauce 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 Tenderloin With Red Pepper Sauce

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