Dill-Cured Pork Crostini with Sweet Mustard Sauce

Dairy Free
Dill-Cured Pork Crostini with Sweet Mustard Sauce
45 min.
50
43kcal

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Elevate your next gathering with these delightful Dill-Cured Pork Crostini with Sweet Mustard Sauce. Perfect for antipasti, starters, or simply as a snack, these crostini are sure to impress your guests with their vibrant flavors and elegant presentation. Each bite features a perfectly cured pork tenderloin, infused with the aromatic essence of fresh dill and garlic, all atop a crispy sourdough baguette slice.

What makes this recipe truly special is the balance of flavors. The savory, dill-infused pork is complemented by a sweet mustard sauce that adds a tangy kick, making it an irresistible combination. With only 43 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt, making it an ideal choice for health-conscious hosts and guests alike.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish serves up to 50 people, making it perfect for parties, celebrations, or casual get-togethers. The preparation involves a simple curing process that enhances the pork's natural flavors, while the sweet mustard sauce can be made ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy the festivities without being stuck in the kitchen. Impress your friends and family with this dairy-free delight that showcases your culinary skills and creativity!

Ingredients

  •  crusty baguette cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds (at least 50)
  • 0.3 cup kosher salt 
  • 0.5 cup dijon mustard 
  • 0.8 cup optional: dill fresh chopped
  • large garlic clove minced
  • teaspoon pepper black
  • 36 ounce pork tenderloin 
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • 0.3 cup vinegar white

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • whisk
  • plastic wrap
  • baking pan
  • kitchen thermometer

Directions

  1. Mix salt, 3 tablespoons sugar, and pepper in small bowl to blend.
  2. Place each pork tenderloin atop sheet of plastic wrap. Rub garlic all over pork tenderloins. Pat all of salt mixture over pork, coating generously.
  3. Sprinkle with 3/4 cup dill, patting to adhere. Wrap pork with plastic.
  4. Place in baking dish. Chill 6 hours.
  5. Preheat oven to 400°F. Scrape off some of dill coating from tenderloins. Pat pork dry with paper towels.
  6. Place pork on heavy large baking sheet. Roast until meat thermometer registers 150°F when inserted into center of pork, turning after 15 minutes, about 25 minutes total. Cool pork completely. Cover and chill until cold, at least 6 hours.
  7. Stir remaining 1/2 cup sugar and vinegar in small bowl until sugar dissolves.
  8. Whisk in mustard. Stir in remaining 2 tablespoons dill. Season sauce to taste with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until cold. (Pork and sauce can be made 1 day ahead. Keep refrigerated.)
  9. Cut pork crosswise into very thin slices. Arrange pork atop baguette slices. Spoon some dill sauce atop each. Arrange on platter and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories43kcal
Protein46.7%
Fat20.73%
Carbs32.57%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.02
Glycemic Load
2.18
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
3.4513043495624%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.31mg
Kaempferol
0.09mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.39mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:42.55kcal
2.13%
Fat:0.95g
1.47%
Saturated Fat:0.28g
1.72%
Carbohydrates:3.37g
1.12%
Net Carbohydrates:3.13g
1.14%
Sugar:0.99g
1.1%
Cholesterol:13.27mg
4.42%
Sodium:635.26mg
27.62%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.83g
9.66%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.66%
Selenium:7.92µg
11.32%
Vitamin B6:0.17mg
8.3%
Vitamin B3:1.6mg
8.01%
Phosphorus:57.8mg
5.78%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.23%
Zinc:0.45mg
2.98%
Potassium:96.53mg
2.76%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.73%
Iron:0.47mg
2.6%
Magnesium:8.52mg
2.13%
Vitamin B5:0.2mg
2.01%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.77%
Folate:6.59µg
1.65%
Copper:0.03mg
1.43%
Vitamin A:56.82IU
1.14%
Calcium:10.34mg
1.03%
Source:Epicurious