Does the idea of an easy recipe with a short ingredients list sound appealing? Well, in that case, you'll absolutely love this recipe! The ingredients list for this cranberry orange pork is so short, you'll be wondering if you're forgetting something!
Cranberry and orange is a fantastic combination of flavors. The tang of the cranberry and the spark of the citrus will really bring your pork to life. Pork is a great choice for a family dinner, since it's filling and packed with protein. The use of this sauce will also give your pork added moisture.
We recommend serving this pork with cinnamon applesauce, but you can pick whatever side you prefer! Cinnamon applesauce is very simple to make, which is part of why we're suggesting it. All you need to do is grab your applesauce of choice, sprinkle some cinnamon on top, and you're good to go!
Pork and apples also go great together. It's a common pairing with many fall dishes. So, that's our other reason for choosing applesauce as a side for this dish! When you combine these two dishes, you'll have a great dinner that your family will talk about long after it's finished.
Cranberry Orange Pork
Ingredients:
1 pork tenderloin (1 pound)
1 Tablespoon olive oil
½ cup beef broth, divided
2 Tablespoons dried cranberries
1½ teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 Tablespoon orange juice concentrate
Directions:
1. Cut tenderloin into 12 slices, flatten to ¼ inch thickness.
2. In a large skillet, brown pork on both sides over medium heat and oil.
3. Add ¼ cup beef broth, reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes or until meat is no longer pink.
4. Remove meat to a serving dish and keep warm.
5. In the same skillet, add the cranberries, mustard and remaining broth.
6. Combine cornstarch and orange juice concentrate. Whisk until smooth.
7. Gradually add orange juice mixture to broth mixture. Bring to a boil, cook and stir for 1 to 2 minutes or until thickened.
8. Serve with pork. Serve applesauce, sprinkle with cinnamon on the side. Makes 4 servings.
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