Baked pork with bell pepper

8 servings

90 minutes

Baked pork with bell pepper is a bright and aromatic dish of Russian cuisine, combining juicy meat and sweet pepper in a harmonious flavor balance. The origins of this preparation trace back to the traditions of roasting meat with vegetables, which have been used in home cooking since ancient times. Tender pork steaks sautéed with onions and topped with juicy slices of pepper and tomatoes acquire a rich flavor thanks to spices and a hint of mayonnaise's tanginess. The finishing touch is a layer of melted cheese that creates an appetizing crust. This dish pairs perfectly with potato sides or fresh vegetables, complementing them with its rich texture. Baked pork with bell pepper will adorn any table, whether it's a family dinner or a festive feast, delighting guests with its warmth and cozy homemade taste.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 331.3
• Proteins: 30.9g
• Fats: 21.5g
• Carbohydrates: 3.7g

Ingredients

• Pork: 1 kg
• Cheese: 200 g
• Sweet pepper: 1 pc
• Mayonnaise: to taste
• Onion: 1 head
• Tomatoes: 2 pc
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Seasonings: to taste
• Butter: 50 g
• Sunflower oil: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Wash the pork well and dry it with a paper towel.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pork: 1 kg

2. Cut across into 1 cm thick steaks with a sharp knife.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pork: 1 kg

3. Hit well on both sides.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pork: 1 kg

4. Line the baking tray with foil and lightly grease it with sunflower oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sunflower oil:  to taste

5. Add salt and pepper to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

6. Place the steaks on the baking sheet with a small distance between them.

7. Season with any spices for pork.

   Required ingredients:

   • Seasonings:  to taste

8. Chop the onion into small cubes.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 head

9. Melt the butter.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 50 g

10. Fry the onion until golden brown.

    Required ingredients:

    • Onion: 1 head

11. Place the onion on the steaks.

    Required ingredients:

    • Onion: 1 head

12. Cut the bell pepper into thin strips.

    Required ingredients:

    • Sweet pepper: 1 piece

13. Place pepper on each piece of meat and drizzle a little mayonnaise on top.

    Required ingredients:

    • Sweet pepper: 1 piece
    • Mayonnaise:  to taste

14. Slice the tomatoes into circles.

    Required ingredients:

    • Tomatoes: 2 pieces

15. Place the tomatoes on the steaks and press down slightly. Put in a preheated oven at 200 degrees and bake for 30-40 minutes until done.

    Required ingredients:

    • Tomatoes: 2 pieces

16. At this time, grate the cheese on a coarse grater.

    Required ingredients:

    • Cheese: 200 g

17. 5 minutes before it's ready, sprinkle each piece with cheese and put it back in the oven until the cheese melts.

    Required ingredients:

    • Cheese: 200 g

18. Serve at the table.