Best 7 Pork Essentials Marinated Tenderloin Medallions Recipes

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Pork tenderloin medallions are a juicy, flavorful cut of meat that can be cooked in a variety of ways. This article provides three delicious recipes for marinated pork tenderloin medallions, each with its unique flavor profile. The first recipe is for a classic marinade made with olive oil, garlic, and herbs. The second recipe uses a tangy marinade made with balsamic vinegar and honey. The third recipe is for a spicy marinade made with chili powder and cumin. All three marinades are easy to make and can be used on other cuts of pork, such as chops or roasts. Once the pork is marinated, it can be grilled, roasted, or pan-fried. Serve the pork tenderloin medallions with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

MARINATED PORK MEDALLIONS



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Serve this easy main dish with a green salad, corn and a dinner roll for a summery, standout supper. -Melanie Miller, Bascom, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup Italian salad dressing
1/4 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each), cut into 3/4-inch slices

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk brown sugar, salad dressing, pineapple juice and soy sauce until blended. Pour 1/2 cup marinade into a large resealable plastic bag. Add pork; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate overnight. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade., Drain pork, discarding marinade in bag. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, rub on grill rack to coat lightly. , Grill pork, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°, basting occasionally with reserved marinade. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts :

HERB-MARINATED PORK TENDERLOINS



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For a healthy main course, try Ina Garten's Herb-Marinated Pork Tenderloins recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network � herbs add great flavor without fat.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lemon, zest grated
3/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (4 to 6 lemons)
Good olive oil
2 tablespoons minced garlic (6 cloves)
1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh rosemary leaves
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme leaves
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
Kosher salt
3 pork tenderloins (about 1 pound each)
Freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Combine the lemon zest, lemon juice, 1/2 cup olive oil, garlic, rosemary, thyme, mustard, and 2 teaspoons salt in a sturdy 1-gallon resealable plastic bag. Add the pork tenderloins and turn to coat with the marinade. Squeeze out the air and seal the bag. Marinate the pork in the refrigerator for at least 3 hours but preferably overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Remove the tenderloins from the marinade and discard the marinade but leave the herbs that cling to the meat. Sprinkle the tenderloins generously with salt and pepper. Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large oven-proof saute pan over medium-high heat. Sear the pork tenderloins on all sides until golden brown. Place the saute pan in the oven and roast the tenderloins for 10 to 15 minutes or until the meat registers 137 degrees F at the thickest part. Transfer the tenderloins to a platter and cover tightly with aluminum foil. Allow to rest for 10 minutes. Carve in 1/2-inch-thick diagonal slices. The thickest part of the tenderloin will be quite pink (it's just fine!) and the thinnest part will be well done. Season with salt and pepper and serve warm, or at room temperature with the juices that collect in the platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 335 calorie, Fat 14 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 147 milligrams, Sodium 461 milligrams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Protein 48 grams, Sugar 0 grams

PORK ESSENTIALS: MARINATED TENDERLOIN MEDALLIONS



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Pork is such a versatile ingredient. From baking, to frying, to braising, to grilling, this baby does it all. This is not a difficult recipe to assemble, and the marinade gives the medallions a wonderfully savory taste. Laid on a bed of greens and drizzled with a simple pan sauce, this recipe is awesome. So, you ready......

Provided by Andy Anderson !

Categories     Pork

Time 12h30m

Number Of Ingredients 18

PLAN/PURCHASE
2 lb pork tenderloin
THE MARINADE
1/3 c olive oil, extra virgin
4 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes, or to taste
3 Tbsp lime juice, freshly squeezed
1/4 c orange juice, freshly squeezed
THE PAN SAUCE
3 slice bacon, diced
1/4 c fresh clover honey
1/4 c sushi vinegar
2 Tbsp water
2 Tbsp dijon mustard, i prefer grey poupon
salt, kosher variety, to taste
black pepper, freshly ground, to taste
ADDITIONAL ITEMS
salad greens, your choice

Steps:

  • 1. PREP/PREPARE
  • 2. THE MARINADE
  • 3. Gather your Ingredients (mise en place).
  • 4. Add the olive oil, minced garlic, and red-pepper flakes to a small saucepan over medium heat.
  • 5. Cook until the garlic begins to soften, but not burn, about 6 - 8 minutes.
  • 6. Remove from the heat, stir in the lime juice and orange juice.
  • 7. Chef's Note:Allow the marinade to cool down to room temperature.
  • 8. Cut the pork tenderloin into thick medallions.
  • 9. Add them to a non-reactive bowl, or Ziploc bag.
  • 10. Pour the cooled marinade over the pork.
  • 11. Seal and place into the refrigerator for a minimum of two hours, or for better flavor, overnight.
  • 12. After the prescribed time, remove the pork from the refrigerator.
  • 13. Add the diced bacon to a sauté pan over medium-low heat.
  • 14. Allow the diced bacon to slowly render their fat, and begin to crisp.
  • 15. Remove from the pan, and drain on paper towels.
  • 16. Increase the heat to medium, and cook the medallions until nice and brown, about 3 - 5 minutes per side.
  • 17. Remove from the pan and reserve.
  • 18. THE PAN SAUCE
  • 19. Reduce heat to medium-low, then add the vinegar, mustard, honey and water to the sauté pan.
  • 20. Allow the sauce to lightly simmer for about 1 minute, and then remove from the heat.
  • 21. Chef's Note: Season to taste with salt and pepper, before proceeding.
  • 22. Toss the salad greens with the reserved bacon, and half the sauce, then place on a nice serving plate.
  • 23. Add the pork medallions, and drizzle with the remaining sauce.
  • 24. PLATE/PRESENT
  • 25. Serve to your guests while still nice and warm. My choice for a side would be a baked potato or some sautéed apples. Enjoy.
  • 26. Keep the faith, and keep cooking.

PORK TENDERLOIN MEDALLIONS



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"As a busy mom, I'm always on the look out for elegant dishes that are quick to make for a special occasion," relates Diane Peterson of Hudsonville, Michigan. "This delicious breaded pork can be made in minutes."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 3-4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound pork tenderloin
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 egg
2 tablespoons water
3/4 cup dry bread crumbs
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
2 tablespoons white wine or chicken broth
2 tablespoons additional chicken broth
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
Hot cooked pasta, optional

Steps:

  • Cut pork into 12 pieces; flatten to 1/4-in. thickness. In a shallow bowl, combine flour, salt and pepper. In another bowl, beat egg and water. Place bread crumbs in a third bowl. Coat pork with flour mixture, dip in egg and then coat with crumbs. , In a large skillet over medium-low heat, cook pork in butter and oil for 6-7 minutes on each side or until juices run clear. Remove and keep warm. , Add the mushrooms, wine or broth and additional broth to skillet; stir to loosen browned bits. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half, stirring occasionally. Stir in lemon juice and parsley; cook 2-3 minutes longer or until heated through. Pour over pork. Serve with pasta if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 calories, Fat 18g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 139mg cholesterol, Sodium 648mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

EASY MARINATED PORK TENDERLOIN



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Make this easy marinade from ingredients you have around the house.

Provided by Lori

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Tenderloin Recipes

Time 1h55m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 6

¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup soy sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
3 tablespoons dijon honey mustard
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 pounds pork tenderloin

Steps:

  • Whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, garlic, mustard, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Place the pork loin in a large resealable plastic bag and pour in the marinade. Marinate in the refrigerator at least 1 hour before cooking.
  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Transfer the pork loin to a baking dish; pour marinade over the pork.
  • Cook in the preheated oven until the pork is no longer pink in the center, 45 to 60 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 485.4 calories, Carbohydrate 9 g, Cholesterol 168.7 mg, Fat 24.7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 55.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 1491.8 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

PORK MEDALLIONS WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR AND CAPERS



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This is one meal to impress dinner guests that will not break the bank nor will it take very much time! Served with a green salad, red potatoes, and asparagus, this meal will turn out with a memorable presentation!

Provided by Marianne

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Tenderloin Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

¼ cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon garlic salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
2 pounds pork tenderloin, cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
⅓ cup balsamic vinegar
½ cup chicken broth
2 teaspoons minced lemon zest, or to taste
1 tablespoon capers, or to taste

Steps:

  • Place the flour, garlic salt, and pepper into a plastic bag. Shake to mix, the add the pork tenderloin pieces, and shake again to coat. Shake off the excess flour.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the pork medallions in the hot oil until golden-brown on both sides, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Pour in the balsamic vinegar and chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium, and simmer until the pork is no longer pink in the center, 3 to 4 minutes. Remove the pork to a serving platter, then stir the lemon zest and capers into the simmering sauce. Continue simmering until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248.8 calories, Carbohydrate 6.4 g, Cholesterol 84.1 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 27.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 405.5 mg, Sugar 2 g

PORK LOIN MEDALLIONS WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR



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This is a quick meal that tastes very gourmet. The balsamic vinegar and olive oil add great flavor to the pork loin.

Provided by sumchef

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (2 pound) boneless pork loin roast, trimmed of fat
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup balsamic vinegar
¼ cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • Cut pork loin into even, 1/2-inch medallions.
  • Sear pork medallions in a skillet over medium-high heat until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Place medallions onto the prepared baking sheet.
  • Mix garlic, salt, Dijon mustard, sugar, and pepper together in a bowl. Whisk in balsamic vinegar and olive oil slowly. Drizzle mixture over each medallion.
  • Bake medallions in the preheated oven until slightly pink in the centers, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288 calories, Carbohydrate 5 g, Cholesterol 72.6 mg, Fat 17.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 25.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 1280.5 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

Tips:

  • For a tender and juicy pork tenderloin, marinate it in a mixture of olive oil, garlic, herbs, and spices for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
  • Cook the pork tenderloin over medium-high heat to sear the outside and prevent it from drying out.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the pork tenderloin is cooked to an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the pork tenderloin rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
  • Serve the pork tenderloin with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a salad.

Conclusion:

Pork tenderloin is a versatile and delicious cut of meat that can be cooked in a variety of ways. By following the tips and recipes in this article, you can create a tender, juicy, and flavorful pork tenderloin that will be a hit with your family and friends. Experiment with different marinades and cooking methods to find your favorite way to enjoy this delicious cut of meat.

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