COCOA CHERRY PORK
My favorite candy growing up was the chocolate covered cherry. The way that thin, crisp chocolate would break away to reveal the florescent red maraschino cherry suspended in the clear syrup was intoxicating. What about a savory dish that celebrated the same basic flavors?
Provided by Chef John
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Pork Tenderloin Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Whisk cocoa powder, ancho chile powder, cumin, black pepper, and chipotle pepper in a bowl. Set aside.
- Generously season tenderloins with salt, then coat in the cocoa powder mixture. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place tenderloins in the skillet and reduce heat to medium. Cook until browned on each side, about 4 minutes.
- Transfer tenderloins to a baking dish; cook in the preheated oven until pork is slightly pink in the center, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
- Whisk cherry preserves, vinegar, and oregano in a small saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil and cook 30 seconds. Remove from heat; season with salt and pepper to taste. Spoon sauce over pork tenderloin and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 240.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Cholesterol 81.9 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 134.6 mg
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Ammar Write
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but the pork didn't turn out very well. It was a bit tough and the sauce was bland.
Mohamed Indorapter
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the pork turned out great. I would definitely make this again.
Georgy Henry
[email protected]This was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think it would be perfect for people who like sweeter dishes.
Uchechi Ojo
[email protected]I'm not a fan of chocolate and cherry together, but this recipe changed my mind. The flavors were amazing and the pork was cooked perfectly.
Richelle Fiscus
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The pork was so moist and flavorful, and the sauce was incredible. I will definitely be making this again and again.
Aliyah Headland
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the pork turned out dry. I'm not sure what I did wrong.
alex kralie
[email protected]This was a delicious and unique dish. The cocoa cherry sauce was a perfect balance of sweet and savory.
Musa Simpson
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of pork, but this recipe changed my mind. The cocoa cherry sauce was amazing and the pork was so tender. I will definitely be making this again.
Hanan Asad
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the pork turned out great. The cocoa cherry sauce was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I would definitely make this again.
Mbuyiselo pretty Mbambo
[email protected]I made this for a dinner party and it was a total success! Everyone loved it. The pork was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.
Md Dipu Islam
[email protected]This cocoa cherry pork was a huge hit with my family! The pork was so tender and flavorful, and the cocoa cherry sauce was the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again.