Pork Medallions with Mustard-Chive Sauce

Gluten Free
Health score
27%
Pork Medallions with Mustard-Chive Sauce
45 min.
6
345kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Pork Medallions with Mustard-Chive Sauce, a dish that perfectly balances rich flavors and elegant presentation. This gluten-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also ready in just 45 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a satisfying lunch or a sophisticated dinner. With each serving clocking in at 345 calories, you can enjoy a hearty meal without the guilt.

The star of this dish is the tender pork tenderloin, sliced into medallions and sautéed to perfection. The accompanying mustard-chive sauce, made with creamy crème fraîche and aromatic herbs, elevates the dish to new heights. The combination of fresh chives, parsley, and tarragon adds a burst of flavor that complements the savory pork beautifully.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply looking to impress your family with a restaurant-quality meal at home, this recipe is sure to please. The vibrant colors and enticing aromas will have everyone gathering around the table, eager to dig in. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dish that will leave a lasting impression on your guests!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons butter divided ()
  • 0.5 cup crème fraîche sour
  • 0.5 cup wine dry white
  • tablespoons chives fresh chopped
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  • tablespoon tarragon fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove minced
  • cups leek white green chopped ( and pale parts only; 2 medium)
  • cup chicken broth 
  • tablespoons olive oil divided
  • pound pork tenderloin 
  • tablespoons coarse mustard whole

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Melt 1 tablespoon butter with 1 tablespoon oil in large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add leeks and cook until beginning to turn golden, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes. Stir in broth, wine, and garlic. Boil until mixture is reduced to 1 2/3 cups, about 4 minutes.
  3. Whisk in crème fraîche and mustard; set aside. (Sauce can be made 2 hours ahead.
  4. Let stand at room temperature.) Melt 1 tablespoon butter with 1 tablespoon oil in another large skillet over medium-high heat.
  5. Sprinkle pork with salt and pepper. Sauté until browned and cooked, about 5 minutes per side.
  6. Transfer pork to platter.
  7. Add sauce to skillet; simmer sauce over medium heat until slightly thickened, scraping up any browned bits, about 2 minutes. Stir in chopped chives and tarragon. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Return pork to skillet. Cook over medium heat just until rewarmed, stirring frequently, about 1 minute.
  9. Transfer to platter, sprinkle with parsley, and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories345kcal
Protein41.01%
Fat49.82%
Carbs9.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
51
Glycemic Load
1.74
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
25.934347981992%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.15mg
Epicatechin
0.11mg
Hesperetin
0.08mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Apigenin
2.88mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.92mg
Myricetin
0.28mg
Quercetin
0.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:345.18kcal
17.26%
Fat:18.19g
27.99%
Saturated Fat:6.89g
43.07%
Carbohydrates:7.54g
2.51%
Net Carbohydrates:6.5g
2.37%
Sugar:2.2g
2.45%
Cholesterol:119.62mg
39.87%
Sodium:217.57mg
9.46%
Alcohol:2.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.93%
100%
Protein:33.7g
67.39%
Vitamin B1:1.53mg
101.91%
Selenium:49.64µg
70.91%
Vitamin B6:1.3mg
64.8%
Vitamin B3:10.87mg
54.35%
Phosphorus:423.51mg
42.35%
Vitamin K:41.57µg
39.59%
Vitamin B2:0.59mg
34.77%
Potassium:781.6mg
22.33%
Zinc:3.12mg
20.79%
Vitamin A:943.86IU
18.88%
Manganese:0.34mg
16.81%
Iron:2.88mg
15.99%
Magnesium:62.52mg
15.63%
Vitamin B12:0.87µg
14.56%
Vitamin B5:1.42mg
14.23%
Copper:0.21mg
10.72%
Vitamin E:1.5mg
9.99%
Vitamin C:7.01mg
8.5%
Calcium:73.06mg
7.31%
Folate:27.31µg
6.83%
Fiber:1.03g
4.13%
Vitamin D:0.45µg
3.02%
Source:Epicurious