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SLOW-COOKED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH PEAS PUREE AND SWEET POTATO SAUTÉ

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SLOW-COOKED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH PEAS PUREE AND SWEET POTATO SAUTÉ

SLOW-COOKED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH PEAS PUREE AND SWEET POTATO SAUTÉ

A delicate slow-poached pork tenderloin cooked gently to stay tender and pink, served with creamy pea puree and sautéed sweet potatoes with fresh herbs. A refined, light meal perfect for 4 servings.

🕒 Prep Time: 15 min

🍳 Cook Time: 35 min
🍽️ Servings: 4
🔥 Calories: approx. 400 per serving

🥄 Ingredients

Poached Pork Tenderloin:

  • 1 small pork tenderloin (approx. 400 g)
  • 50 g butter
  • 1 generous sprig of thyme or lemon thyme
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Pea Puree:

  • 400 g peas (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 medium onion
  • 1 potato
  • 8 mint leaves
  • 35 g grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tbsp oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Sweet Potato & Pea Sauté:

  • 5 tbsp cooked peas (reserved from puree preparation)
  • 1 sweet potato
  • 2 sprigs parsley
  • 3 mint leaves
  • 1 tsp butter
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1. Poach the Pork Tenderloin

  • Trim pork tenderloin of silver skin and excess fat. Season all over with salt and pepper.
  • Place pork in a roasting bag or heatproof plastic bag, folding tip under to even thickness.
  • Add cubed butter and thyme sprig into the bag. Remove as much air as possible and seal.
  • Bring a pot of water to boil, then reduce heat to a gentle simmer. Submerge the sealed bag fully in water.
  • Poach gently for 5 minutes, then turn off heat, cover pot, and let pork cook slowly in hot water for 25 minutes.
  • Remove pork from bag when done and keep warm until serving (can be refrigerated in bag if needed).

2. Prepare the Pea Puree

  • While pork cooks, heat oil in a pan and sauté diced onion until slightly softened.
  • Add diced potato, peas, salt, and 500 ml water. Bring to boil, then simmer with lid until vegetables are tender.
  • Drain cooking water into a separate container; remove 5 tablespoons of peas with some onion (avoid potato pieces) and set aside for sauté.
  • Blend remaining vegetables until smooth. Add mint leaves, pepper, Parmesan, and some reserved cooking water gradually until a fluffy, creamy texture is achieved. Season with salt.

3. Prepare the Sweet Potato & Pea Sauté

  • Peel and dice sweet potato into small cubes. Steam until tender (about 8 minutes at 100°C).
  • Heat a wide skillet, add reserved cooked peas and sweet potato cubes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Stir and heat gently. Add butter and chopped parsley and mint. Sauté briefly until butter melts and coats vegetables.

4. Finish the Pork Tenderloin

  • Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Remove pork from bag, discard liquid.
  • Sear pork on all sides without added fat until nicely browned.
  • Transfer pork to a cutting board and let rest for 2-3 minutes.
  • Slice into 8 equal pieces.

5. Serve

  • Spoon pea puree onto plates.
  • Top each with two slices of pork tenderloin.
  • Arrange sautéed sweet potatoes and peas around the pork.
  • Sprinkle pork with a pinch of coarse sea salt. Serve warm.

💡 Tips

  • Poaching slowly in a sealed bag mimics sous vide, ensuring tender and juicy pork.
  • Use fresh herbs like thyme and mint for aromatic freshness.
  • Reserve some peas before blending to add texture and color contrast in the sauté.
  • Resting the pork after searing helps juices redistribute for perfect tenderness.

🎉 Perfect For

  • Elegant weeknight dinners or special occasions
  • Light yet satisfying meals with balanced protein and vegetables
  • Fans of delicate cooking techniques and fresh flavors

📝 Final Thoughts

This slow-poached pork tenderloin paired with creamy pea puree and sweet potato sauté delivers tender meat and vibrant, fresh sides. The gentle cooking method preserves juiciness and color, making it an impressive yet approachable dish.