Pork loin is a versatile cut of meat that can be cooked in a variety of ways. One delicious way to prepare pork loin is to roast it with figs and a port sauce. The figs add a sweet and fruity flavor to the dish, while the port sauce adds a rich and savory flavor. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal. It can be served with a variety of sides, such as mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or rice.
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PORK LOIN WITH FIGS AND PORT SAUCE
Pork works well with many kinds of fruit, but the subtle sweetness of fresh figs (plus port wine) makes for an especially seductive combination.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees. In a medium ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Generously season pork with salt and pepper; brown on all sides, 8 to 10 minutes. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon fat. Transfer skillet to oven, and continue to cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of pork registers 145 degrees, 25 to 35 minutes. Transfer pork to a plate; tent loosely with aluminum foil (reserve skillet).
- Place skillet over medium heat; add shallot, and cook until softened, 2 to 3 minutes. Add flour; cook, stirring, 30 seconds. Gradually whisk in port; cook until sauce is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, 2 to 3 minutes. Add figs; cook until warmed through, about 1 minute (adjust consistency of sauce with water if needed). Slice pork, and serve with figs and port sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 493 g, Fat 22 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 35 g
PORK LOIN WITH FIG AND PORT SAUCE
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For the sauce: In a heavy medium saucepan, combine the first 6 ingredients. Boil over medium-high heat until reduced by half, about 30 minutes. Discard the herb sprigs and cinnamon sticks (some of the rosemary leaves will remain in the port mixture). Transfer the port mixture to a blender and puree until smooth. Blend in the butter. Season the sauce, to taste, with salt and pepper. (The sauce can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Rewarm over medium heat before using.)
- For the pork: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Stir the oil, rosemary, 1 tablespoon salt and 1 1/2 teaspoons pepper in a small bowl to blend. Place the pork loin in a heavy roasting pan. Spread the oil mixture over the pork to coat completely. Roast until an instant read meat thermometer inserted into the center of the pork registers 145 degrees F, turning the pork every 15 minutes to ensure even browning, about 45 minutes total.
- Transfer the pork to a cutting board and tent with foil to keep warm. Let the pork rest 15 minutes. Meanwhile, stir the chicken broth into the roasting pan. Place the pan over medium heat, and scrape the bottom of the pan to remove any browned bits. Bring the pan juices to a simmer. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Using a large sharp knife, cut the pork crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Arrange the pork slices on plates. Spoon the jus over. Drizzle the warm fig sauce around and serve immediately.
PORK LOIN WITH FIG AND PORT SAUCE
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For the sauce: In a heavy medium saucepan, combine the first 6 ingredients. Boil over medium-high heat until reduced by half, about 30 minutes. Discard the herb sprigs and cinnamon sticks (some of the rosemary leaves will remain in the port mixture). Transfer the port mixture to a blender and puree until smooth. Blend in the butter. Season the sauce, to taste, with salt and pepper. (The sauce can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Rewarm over medium heat before using.)
- For the pork: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Stir the oil, rosemary, 1 tablespoon salt and 1 1/2 teaspoons pepper in a small bowl to blend. Place the pork loin in a heavy roasting pan. Spread the oil mixture over the pork to coat completely. Roast until an instant read meat thermometer inserted into the center of the pork registers 145 degrees F, turning the pork every 15 minutes to ensure even browning, about 45 minutes total.
- Transfer the pork to a cutting board and tent with foil to keep warm. Let the pork rest 15 minutes. Meanwhile, stir the chicken broth into the roasting pan. Place the pan over medium heat, and scrape the bottom of the pan to remove any browned bits. Bring the pan juices to a simmer. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Using a large sharp knife, cut the pork crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Arrange the pork slices on plates. Spoon the jus over. Drizzle the warm fig sauce around and serve immediately.
PORK MEDALLIONS WITH FIG & PORT WINE SAUCE
Make and share this Pork Medallions With Fig & Port Wine Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by seangcolman
Categories Pork
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Place figs in a small microwavable bowl and cover with port. Cover the bowl and microwave on High for 3 minutes.
- Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring, until soft and translucent, 4 to 6 minutes. Add broth, thyme, bay leaf and the fig-port mixture. Bring to a boil and cook until reduced by half, 10 to 12 minutes. Season with vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Sprinkle both sides of pork medallions with the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper and dredge lightly with flour, shaking off the excess.
- Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the medallions and cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Add the reserved fig-port sauce; bring to a simmer and cook until the pork is cooked, but still a little pink in the center, about 2 minutes. The sauce should be syrupy. If not, remove the medallions with a slotted spoon to a platter and tent with foil to keep warm. Boil the sauce until its reduced and syrupy. Discard the bay leaf. Serve the sauce over the medallions.
PORK TENDERLOIN WITH FIG PORT SAUCE
I saw they had fresh figs at the supermarket last week and they looked really good, I am not a big fan of figs by themselves, but I do think they can make a lovely addition to a sauce. I made this one and served it with pork on a sweet potato mash, it turned out really well. The pork weight is enough for three just up the weight for 4, the sauce amount should be enough for 4 servings.
Provided by The Flying Chef
Categories Pork
Time 50m
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Mix rosemary and oil in a bowl, rub into pork loin, place pork in an oven proof dish and cook in pre-heated oven 180 degrees Celsius for about 40 Min's or until pork is cooked through.
- Sauce.
- Combine water and port in a saucepan, bring to the boil, turn down heat slightly and cook 15 Min's to reduce liquid slightly,.
- Add all the remaining ingredients except the butter and simmer for a further 15 Min's, remove rosemary sprigs and cinnamon sticks, blend with until smooth.
- Add butter stir until melted, serve sauce over pork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 562.8, Fat 17, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 141.2, Sodium 699, Carbohydrate 35.8, Fiber 2, Sugar 28.5, Protein 45.8
ROASTED PORK LOIN WITH FIG SAUCE
Roast pork with fruit is a classic preparation, but this recipe gives it a superb twist when pork loin is paired with tender figs. Family and friends will be thrilled with the wonderful combination.-Rian Macdonald, Powder Springs, Georgia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h50m
Yield 16 servings (6-1/4 cups sauce).
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the first five ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat. Cover and steep for 1 hour. Strain figs, discarding the lemon, cinnamon stick and cloves. Reserve liquid and set aside., Sprinkle roast with salt, ground cinnamon and pepper. Place roast on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 hour. In a small bowl, combine the orange juice, honey and reserved liquid; brush over pork. Bake 30-60 minutes longer or until a thermometer reads 160°, basting occasionally., Remove meat to a serving platter; keep warm. Skim fat from cooking juices; transfer to a large saucepan. Add figs. Combine cornstarch and broth until smooth. Gradually stir into the pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve with pork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 249 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 256mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- For the best results, choose a pork loin that is evenly thick throughout.
- If you don't have a meat thermometer, you can cook the pork loin until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit for medium-rare, 155 degrees Fahrenheit for medium, or 165 degrees Fahrenheit for well-done.
- Be sure to cook the figs until they are soft and caramelized.
- If you don't have port wine, you can substitute red wine or chicken broth.
- Serve the pork loin with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
Conclusion:
Pork loin with figs and port sauce is a delicious and elegant dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The pork loin is tender and juicy, and the figs and port sauce are a perfect complement. This dish is sure to impress your guests.
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