Pork With Lemon and Garlic Recipe

Name: Pork With Lemon and Garlic
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb pork tenderloin; ½ cup chopped almonds; 2 tablespoons olive oil; ⅔ cup prosciutto, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped; 2 fresh lemon rind, finely grated, divided use; 2 shallots, finely chopped; ¾ cup chicken broth; 1 teaspoon sugar

Servings: persons

1 lb pork tenderloin
½ cup chopped almonds
2 tablespoons olive oil
⅔ cup prosciutto, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh oregano, chopped
2 fresh lemon rind, finely grated, divided use
2 shallots, finely chopped
¾ cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon sugar

1
Cut the pork tenderloin into 4 equal pieces using a sharp knife.
2
Place between 2 sheets of wax paper and pound each piece with a meat mallet or the end of a rolling pin to flatten.
3
Cut a horizontal slit in each piece of pork to make a pocket.
4
Optional: Lightly toast almonds until a preheated broiled for 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown.
5
Mix the almonds with 1 Tbsp olive oil, the prosciutto, garlic, oregano, and finely grated rind from 1 lemon.
6
Spoon the mixture into the pockets of the pork.
7
Heat the remaining olive oil in a large skillet.
8
Add the chopped shallots and saute for 2 minutes.
9
Add the pork to the skillet and cook for 2 minutes on each side or until browned all over.
10
Add the stock to the skillet, bring to a boil, cover, and reduce heat slightly simmer for 45 minutes, or until the pork is tender.
11
Remove the meat from the skillet, set aside, and keep warm.
12
Add the finely grated rind from the 2nd lemon and the sugar to the pan and boil for 3-4 minutes, or until reduced and syrupy.
13
Pour over the pork tenderloin and serve immediately.

622

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 lb pork tenderloin, ½ cup chopped almonds, 2 tablespoons olive oil, ⅔ cup prosciutto, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Pork With Lemon and Garlic falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Pork With Lemon and Garlic

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