Sage-and-Pecan Pork Tenderloin Cutlets

Dairy Free
Health score
21%
Sage-and-Pecan Pork Tenderloin Cutlets
51 min.
4
462kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Sage-and-Pecan Pork Tenderloin Cutlets, a dish that perfectly balances flavor and health. This dairy-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also ready in just 51 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a satisfying lunch or a cozy dinner with family and friends.

The star of this dish is the tender pork tenderloin, which is expertly seasoned and coated in a crunchy mixture of fine breadcrumbs and finely chopped pecans. The addition of rubbed sage infuses the cutlets with a warm, earthy aroma that will tantalize your taste buds. Each bite is a harmonious blend of textures and flavors, enhanced by a luscious blackberry vinegar sauce that adds a sweet and tangy twist.

With a caloric breakdown that emphasizes protein while keeping fats and carbs in check, this meal is not only delicious but also nutritious. Whether you're looking to impress at a dinner party or simply want to enjoy a gourmet meal at home, these pork cutlets are sure to please. Garnish with fresh blackberries and sage leaves for a beautiful presentation that will make your dining experience even more special. Dive into this culinary adventure and savor the delightful flavors of our Sage-and-Pecan Pork Tenderloin Cutlets!

Ingredients

  • servings garnishes: blackberries fresh
  • 0.8 cup breadcrumbs dry fine
  • large eggs beaten
  • teaspoons olive oil 
  • 0.5 cup pecans finely chopped
  • pound pork tenderloin 
  • tablespoons blackberry preserves seedless
  • cup red wine vinegar 
  • teaspoons rubbed sage 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • plastic wrap
  • rolling pin
  • meat tenderizer

Directions

  1. Bring vinegar to a boil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to medium, and cook 6 minutes or until reduced by half. Stir in preserves, and cook 5 minutes. Stir in salt.
  2. Remove silver skin from tenderloin, leaving a thin layer of fat covering meat.
  3. Cut pork into 8 slices.
  4. Place pork between 2 sheets of plastic wrap, and flatten to 1/4-inch thickness, using a rolling pin or flat side of a meat mallet.
  5. Stir together breadcrumbs, pecans, and sage in a shallow bowl.
  6. Dredge pork in breadcrumb mixture, dip in beaten eggs, and dredge again in breadcrumb mixture.
  7. Cook 4 pork slices in 2 tsp. hot oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat 8 minutes or until done, turning every 2 minutes. Repeat procedure with remaining pork and oil.
  8. Serve with vinegar mixture, and garnish, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Calories462kcal
Protein27.21%
Fat42.53%
Carbs30.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.25
Glycemic Load
9.38
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
24.302174132803%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.46mg
Delphinidin
0.99mg
Catechin
0.99mg
Epigallocatechin
0.77mg
Epicatechin
0.11mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.31mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:462.39kcal
23.12%
Fat:21.29g
32.75%
Saturated Fat:3.77g
23.54%
Carbohydrates:34.07g
11.36%
Net Carbohydrates:31.56g
11.47%
Sugar:14.01g
15.57%
Cholesterol:166.71mg
55.57%
Sodium:546.25mg
23.75%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:30.64g
61.29%
Vitamin B1:1.41mg
94.25%
Selenium:48.16µg
68.8%
Vitamin B6:0.97mg
48.47%
Vitamin B3:9.03mg
45.15%
Manganese:0.87mg
43.3%
Phosphorus:405.8mg
40.58%
Vitamin B2:0.61mg
36.17%
Copper:0.49mg
24.43%
Zinc:3.39mg
22.6%
Iron:3.3mg
18.31%
Potassium:619.07mg
17.69%
Vitamin B5:1.57mg
15.67%
Magnesium:62.49mg
15.62%
Vitamin B12:0.88µg
14.72%
Fiber:2.52g
10.07%
Folate:39.3µg
9.83%
Vitamin E:1.33mg
8.86%
Calcium:77.3mg
7.73%
Vitamin D:0.84µg
5.6%
Vitamin K:5.15µg
4.91%
Vitamin C:2.66mg
3.23%
Vitamin A:147.85IU
2.96%
Source:My Recipes