Pork tenderloin with apples
4 servings
90 minutes
Pork tenderloin with apples is a harmony of sweetness and spice combined in one dish. This recipe has European roots and resembles traditional dishes where meat is paired with fruits for depth of flavor. Tender pork develops an appetizing crust when seared and then absorbs the aromas of cloves, cinnamon, and anise. Apples add natural sweetness and a hint of tartness, making the dish surprisingly balanced. Baking in the oven allows the meat to retain its juiciness while the apples become soft and infused with spices. It pairs perfectly with a glass of white wine or a side of roasted vegetables. This is not just dinner; it's a true culinary ritual that reveals the richness of flavor nuances.
1
Wash the pork tenderloin, clean it, and dry it with a paper towel. Season the meat with pepper and salt, and fry it in a hot pan on all sides for 1-2 minutes until golden brown. During frying, season with ground cloves. Remove the tenderloin from the pan and set it aside.
- Pork tenderloin: 1 piece
- Five pepper blend: to taste
- Salt: to taste
- Cloves: 8 pieces
2
Slice the onion into feathers and the apples into wedges. In the same pan, first sauté the onion for 1-2 minutes until golden, then reduce the heat, add the apples, star anise, and cinnamon stick, mix everything, and simmer for 3-5 minutes.
- White onion: 1 piece
- Red apples: 2 pieces
- Star anise: 3 pieces
- Cinnamon sticks: 1 piece
3
Put the meat and apples in a baking bag and place in the oven for 1 hour at 200-220 degrees.
- Pork tenderloin: 1 piece
- Red apples: 2 pieces
4
For serving, cut the meat into pieces 2 cm wide. Top with stewed apples.
