Tender Pork Medallions w/ Rich Onions Sauce
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Tender Pork Medallions w/ Rich Onions Sauce features juicy pork medallions slow-cooked to perfection and served with a savory onion sauce. This dish provides a good source of protein, making it a nutritious option for various meal programs.
This dish is served in various meal programs across New York City, including senior nutrition, shelter feeding, and catering.
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Tender Pork Medallions with Rich Onion Sauce is a delightful dish featuring juicy pork medallions complemented by a savory onion sauce, perfect for a family dinner.
Ingredients
- •1.5 lb pork tenderloin
- •2 tbsp olive oil
- •1 tsp salt
- •1/2 tsp black pepper
- •2 tbsp butter
- •2 large onions, thinly sliced
- •1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- •1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- •1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
Instructions
- 1Slice the pork tenderloin into 1-inch thick medallions and season with salt and black pepper.
- 2Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the pork medallions for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- 3In the same skillet, add butter and sliced onions. Cook over medium heat until onions are caramelized, about 10 minutes.
- 4Add chicken broth, balsamic vinegar, and fresh thyme to the onions. Stir well and let simmer for 5 minutes.
- 5Return the pork medallions to the skillet, cover, and simmer for an additional 10 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through.
- 6Serve the pork medallions topped with the rich onion sauce.
Chef Tips
- For a sweeter sauce, add a teaspoon of honey to the onions.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Substitute fresh rosemary for thyme for a different flavor profile.
Example home recipe for reference only — not used by Healthy Heart Food Service. For ingredient and allergen information about meals we serve, contact us.
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This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.