Pork tenderloin, a lean and flavorful cut of meat, takes center stage in this delectable dish. Marinated in a blend of savory spices and tangy apple cider vinegar, the pork is imbued with a symphony of flavors. Dried apples, with their chewy texture and sweet-tart notes, add a delightful contrast to the tender meat. Pistachios, known for their nutty crunch and vibrant green hue, lend a touch of elegance and a pop of color. The result is a dish that is both visually appealing and bursting with flavor.
This article offers three variations of this mouthwatering recipe, each with its own unique twist. The first recipe features a classic preparation, where the pork is seared to perfection and then braised in a flavorful broth. The second recipe introduces a tantalizing twist, wrapping the pork tenderloin in bacon before searing and braising, resulting in a smoky and crispy outer layer. The third recipe takes a more modern approach, utilizing a sous vide technique to achieve a perfectly cooked, juicy pork tenderloin.
No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to be delighted by the tender texture and rich flavors of this Easy Country Pork PT with Dried Apples and Pistachios. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a complete and satisfying meal.
EASY COUNTRY PORK PâTé WITH DRIED APPLES & PISTACHIOS RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by á-61574
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large bowl combine pork, diced dried apples, pistachios, brandy, apple juice, egg white, salt, and pepper. Using your hands, mix well. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and chill for 1 hour. Preheat oven to 375° F. Using a wooden spoon, press chilled pork mixture firmly against the side of the bowl. Spoon out excess liquid, if present, and discard. Line two 5 1/2x3-inch loaf pans crosswise with 3 slices bacon each (ends of bacon will drape over edges of pans). Divide pork mixture evenly between loaf pans and pat mixture firmly and evenly into pans (pans will be full). Place two bay leaves on top of the pork mixture in each pan; fold bacon slices over top of bay leaves. Place loaf pans on a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake pate for 50 to 60 minutes or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the centers of the loaves reads 170° F. Remove pans from oven and carefully tilt pans over a heatproof bowl to allow excess fat to drain. Place a small sheet of foil over each loaf pan; top with a 1-pound can of fruit or vegetables to compress pate. Let cool for 30 minutes, then refrigerate for 4 hours or until fully chilled. Remove cans and foil. Discard bay leaves. Invert loaf pans onto a cutting board to remove pate. If desired, discard bacon. With a sharp serrated knife, cut each loaf into 12 slices. Serve cold sliced pate with coarse mustard, cornichons, and baguette slices as part of a charcuterie platter. *Ask your butcher to coarsely grind the pork.
PATE WITH PISTACHIOS
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories appetizer
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
- Cut pork and veal into cubes and set aside.
- Cut ham into 1/2-inch cubes. There should be about 2 cups. Set aside.
- Carefully trim chicken livers. Cut off and discard any connecting membranes.
- Heat butter in a heavy skillet and add shallots. Cook briefly, stirring. Add chicken livers and sprinkle with thyme and bay leaf. Cook about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Put cubed veal into the container of a food processor or electric blender and blend slightly finer than store-bought hamburger. Empty veal into a mixing bowl.
- Put pork into the container of a food processor or electric blender and blend a little coarser than store-bought hamburger. Add pork to veal.
- Put liver mixture into the container of a food processor or electric blender and blend as finely as possible. Pour and scrape this into the bowl with ham and veal. Add the reserved two cups of cubed ham and the pistachios. Add allspice, cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, cayenne, wine, salt and pepper and blend well with fingers. To test mixture for seasoning, shape a small portion of the mixture into a patty and cook, turning once, in nonstick skillet until cooked through. Taste the patty and add more seasonings as desired.
- Pack the mixture into a 5- or 6-cup loaf pan. Smooth over the top, rounding it slightly. Place bacon slices on top. Cover closely with foil and place pate in a heatproof baking dish. Set the dish on the stove and pour boiling water around loaf pan. Bring the water to the boil. Place the pate in the water bath in the oven and bake 45 minutes or to an internal temperature (using meat thermometer) of 150 degrees. Remove pate from oven and let stand until ready to serve.
- This pate is excellent hot or cold. Cut it crosswise into slices and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 316, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 6 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 33 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 461 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 0 grams
COUNTRY-STYLE PORK LOIN
This pork roast is so moist and tender that it melts in your mouth. My son puts it at the top of his list of favorite foods. We like it with mashed potatoes. -Corina Flansberg, Carson City, Nevada
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 5h20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut roast in half. In a large shallow dish, combine the flour, onion powder and mustard. Add pork, 1 portion at a time, and turn to coat. In a large skillet, brown pork in oil on all sides., Transfer to a 5-qt. slow cooker. Pour broth over pork. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours or until tender. Remove pork and keep warm. Let pork stand for 10-15 minutes before slicing. , Strain cooking juices, reserving 2-1/2 cups juices; skim fat from reserved juices. Transfer to a small saucepan. Bring liquid to a boil. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually stir into the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve pork and gravy with mashed potatoes if desired., Freeze option: Cool pork and gravy. Freeze sliced pork and gravy in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through slowly in a covered skillet until heated through, stirring occasionally; add broth or water if necessary. Serve as directed.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 291 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 85mg cholesterol, Sodium 204mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
COUNTRY PORK STEAK
Stove top cooking at it's best. Very tasty and filling, almost like a veggie stew served with the steak. I think this would work an many different kinds of meats. I got this out of a magazine many years ago.
Provided by SooZee
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Large skillet, medium heat.
- Cook onion in the oil; push to one side.
- Trim extra fat from steaks.
- Coat with flour.
- Brown well on both sides in skillet.
- Stir in undiluted soup.
- Add mushrooms and their juices.
- Add rest of the ingredients.
- Cover and simmer 1 hour or until meat and veggies are tender.
- Serve and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.7, Fat 11.9, SaturatedFat 2.1, Sodium 1128.4, Carbohydrate 75.9, Fiber 10.2, Sugar 8.4, Protein 11.2
PORK AND PISTACHIO PATE
Provided by Barbara Kafka
Categories appetizer
Time 16m
Yield 8 one-inch slices
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place all ingredients except salt and pistachio nuts in bowl of food processor and process until smooth. Wrap 1 teaspoon of mixture in microwave plastic wrap. Cook at 100 percent power in a 650- to 700- watt oven for 45 seconds. Remove from oven and uncover. Taste for saltiness and add salt to mixture if desired.
- Scrape pate mixture into a bowl and stir in pistachio nuts. Transfer to a glass or ceramic loaf pan, 9 by 5 by 3 inches, that either has a nonstick surface or has been sprayed with nonstick vegetable spray. Smooth out surface with a spatula. Cover pan with microwave plastic wrap. Cook at 100 percent power for 12 minutes. Prick plastic to release steam.
- Remove from oven and uncover. Cut a piece of cardboard to just fit the loaf pan and cover with aluminum foil. Place over pate in pan. Refrigerate with 2 or 3 heavy cans on top overnight.
- Run a thin knife around the inside edge of pan to loosen pate. Invert onto a serving plate.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 403, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 36 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 15 grams, SaturatedFat 14 grams, Sodium 632 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams, TransFat 1 gram
Tips
- Always use dried apples that are moist and flexible, not hard and brittle. If your apples are too dry, soak them in warm water for 15 minutes before using.
- To make sure your pork chops are cooked evenly, use a meat thermometer to check that they have reached an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
- If you don't have a meat thermometer, you can check if the pork chops are done by cutting into one of them. The meat should be opaque all the way through, with no pink in the center.
- Serve the pork chops with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a simple salad.
- Leftover pork chops can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, or in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Conclusion
This recipe for Easy Country Pork Chops with Dried Apples and Pistachios is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The pork chops are tender and juicy, and the dried apples and pistachios add a sweet and nutty flavor. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.
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