MARINATED PORK WITH CARAMELIZED FENNEL

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Fresh-flavored marinade works magic on this pork, making it tender and juicy. I often complete the meal with cauliflower or brussels sprouts, roasted so they're naturally sweet.-Gilda Lester, Millsboro, Delaware

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon fennel seed, crushed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
2 pork tenderloins (3/4 pound each)
FENNEL:
2 medium fennel bulbs, halved and cut into 1/2-inch slices
4-1/2 teaspoons plus 1 tablespoon olive oil, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Fennel fronds, optional

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first nine ingredients; add pork. Seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight., Place fennel in a large bowl; drizzle with 4-1/2 teaspoons oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper; toss to coat. Transfer to an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 450° for 30-35 minutes or until tender, stirring once., Meanwhile, drain and discard marinade. In a large ovenproof skillet, brown pork in remaining oil on all sides. Place skillet in oven; bake pork for 18-22 minutes or until a thermometer reads 145°. , Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with roasted fennel. Garnish with fennel fronds if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292 calories, Fat 19g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 535mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

BigScooter
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This pork dish is easy to make and always comes out delicious. The pork is tender and flavorful, and the caramelized fennel is the perfect addition. I highly recommend this recipe.


Sakin Sakin
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The pork was so tender and flavorful, and the caramelized fennel was a delicious addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Rachell George
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This pork dish is a winner! The pork is tender and juicy, and the caramelized fennel is the perfect accompaniment. I highly recommend this recipe.


Md Tusher
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I'm not a big fan of fennel, but this recipe changed my mind. The caramelized fennel is delicious and pairs perfectly with the tender pork. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


kingdolphinyeeter 666
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This pork dish is easy to make and always comes out delicious. The pork is tender and flavorful, and the caramelized fennel is the perfect addition. I highly recommend this recipe.


Aaron Chester jr
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion dinner. The pork is so tender and juicy, and the caramelized fennel is the perfect accompaniment. I highly recommend this recipe.


Nonhlanhla Sibanda
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I've made this recipe several times and it always impresses my guests. The pork is always cooked to perfection and the caramelized fennel is a delicious addition.


Fjy Dhg
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This pork dish is absolutely amazing! The meat is so tender and flavorful, and the caramelized fennel is the perfect complement. I highly recommend this recipe.


Demon Time
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I tried this recipe and the pork came out a little dry. I think I might have overcooked it.


Nahiyan Wafi
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the pork is always tender and juicy.


Drake Lowery
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The pork was so tender and flavorful, and the caramelized fennel was a delicious addition. I will definitely be making this again.


Dipshana Magar
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I followed this recipe exactly and the pork turned out tough and dry. I'm not sure what went wrong.


Adrian Scott
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This pork dish is to die for! The meat is so tender and juicy, and the caramelized fennel is the perfect touch. I highly recommend this recipe.


T Jr
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I've made this recipe several times and it never disappoints. The pork is always moist and flavorful, and the caramelized fennel is the perfect accompaniment. It's a great dish for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.


Bulaan Gamage
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This is one of my favorite pork recipes. It's so easy to make and always comes out perfect. I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors.


Gordis86s
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I made this for a dinner party last night and it was a hit! Everyone raved about how tender and flavorful the pork was. The caramelized fennel was also a big hit.


Fedora Nwigwe
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was delicious! The pork was moist and flavorful, and the caramelized fennel was a perfect complement. Will definitely be making this again.


Emily Singh
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This pork dish is fall-apart tender and juicy. The fennel adds a subtle sweetness and anise flavor that pairs perfectly with the savory pork. This is a great recipe for a special occasion dinner.