Maple Glazed Pork Medallions with Apples and Brussel Sprouts
Time 30 Minutes
Servings 6
2 pork tenderloins (they come two to a package)
4 tablespoons canola oil
3 Gala apples, cored and cut in slices about an inch thick
1 pound brussel sprouts trimmed and cut in half
1/2 cup apple cider
1/2 cup chicken stock
1/3 cup maple syrup
6 oz apple cider vinegar
2 cloves minced garlic
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon sage
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon cumin
4 tablespoons cold butter, cubed
Clean your tenderloins and cut off any silver skin. Cut them into 2 inch medallions. Salt and Pepper
In a heated pan with 2 tablespoons canola oil put the medallions flat side down for about 5 minutes until seared. Don’t crowd the pan. Flip and cook the other side for another 4 to 5 minutes
At the same time in another pan put the brussels sprouts cut side down in one layer in a pan with 2 tablespoons of canola cook until you get color on the bottom. Add apples and put the lid on it and let it cook stirring occasionally until apples are tender but not mushy. about 10 minutes
In the pan remove the meat and add the garlic to the pan, cook for about 30 seconds. Add maple syrup, onion powder, sage, thyme, cumin. Cook until reduced on medium heat until it is thick, about 8 minutes. Take off the pan and add butter, swirl until melted and add the pork back in put a lid on it until the brussel sprouts and apples are done.
To plate place the apples and brussel sprouts on the platter, place the pork on top and pour the glaze over everything. Enjoy!