Best 7 Spicy Pork Medallions Recipes

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Welcome to the realm of flavors, where culinary artistry meets the boldness of spice! In this comprehensive guide, we'll unlock the secrets to creating the ultimate "Spicy Pork Medallions." Get ready to ignite your taste buds with a symphony of heat, savoriness, and succulent flavors. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through selecting prime pork cuts, crafting tantalizing marinades that infuse every bite with zest, and exploring an array of cooking techniques that transform pork medallions into delectable masterpieces. Brace yourself for a flavor adventure that will leave you craving more!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SPICED PORK MEDALLIONS WITH BOURBON SAUCE



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Our tasting panel simply raved over this tender pork with its spicy, sweet sauce. -Kathy Kantrud, Fenton, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup bourbon or reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
3 tablespoons white vinegar
3 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
1 pork tenderloin (1 pound), cut into 12 slices

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, combine the bourbon, brown sugar, vinegar, soy sauce, garlic and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced to about 1/2 cup, stirring occasionally., Meanwhile, combine the chili powder, cinnamon, salt and allspice; rub over pork slices., In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, cook pork over medium heat for 2-4 minutes on each side or until tender. Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 581mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PORK MEDALLIONS



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My wife always raves about dinner when I make this recipe, but that may just be her way of getting me to do more of the cooking!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pork tenderloin (about 1/2 pound)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons butter
1 small onion, sliced
1/4 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1 garlic clove, minced
2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon dried savory
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Slice tenderloin into 1/2-in.-thick medallions. In a skillet, brown pork in oil for about 2 minutes on each side. Remove from skillet and set aside. , In same skillet melt butter. Add the onion, mushrooms and garlic; saute for 1 minute. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually stir in the broth, rosemary, savory, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened., Lay pork medallions over mixture. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until meat juices run clear. Garnish with parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 calories, Fat 15g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 631mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SAUCY PORK MEDALLIONS



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Make juicy, tender and delicious Saucy Pork Medallions in just 30 minutes! You'll love these Saucy Pork Medallions with some tasty peas and stuffing.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Sauces & Condiments

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tsp. oil
1 large pork tenderloin (1-1/2 lb.), cut into 3/4-inch-thick slices
1 can (10 oz.) HEINZ HomeStyle Roasted Turkey Gravy
1/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
3 cups frozen peas
1 pkg. (6 oz.) STOVE TOP Stuffing Mix for Chicken

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add meat; cook 5 min. or until each piece is browned on both sides, turning after 3 min.
  • Mix gravy and dressing until blended; pour over meat. Add peas; bring to boil. Meanwhile, prepare stuffing as directed on package.
  • Spoon stuffing over ingredients around edge of skillet; cover. Simmer on medium-low heat 8 min. or until stuffing is heated through and meat is done (145ºF). Remove from heat. Let stand 3 min. before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 970 mg, Carbohydrate 35 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 6 g, Protein 30 g

PORK MEDALLIONS WITH SPICED TOMATO PAN GRAVY



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Categories     Herb     Pork     Tomato     Braise     Quick & Easy     Winter     Noodle     Gourmet

Yield Serves 2

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 pork tenderloin (about 3/4 pound), cut crosswise into 1-inch-thick medallions
1 medium onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 cup canned tomato purée
1/2 cup water
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
buttered noodles as an accompaniment

Steps:

  • In a large heavy skillet heat the oil over moderately high heat until it is hot but not smoking and in it brown the pork, patted dry, transferring it as it is browned to a plate. In the fat remaining in the skillet cook the onion and the garlic over moderate heat, stirring, until the onion is golden, add the tomato purée, the water, the nutmeg, the coriander, and the cloves, and simmer the mixture for 10 minutes. Stir in the pork and any juices that have accumulated on the plate and simmer the mixture, covered, for 5 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through. Season the pan gravy with salt and pepper and serve it with the pork over the noodles.

SANTA FE PORK MEDALLIONS WITH PEACH SALSA



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A fine example of Southwestern cooking, these spicy pork medallions are cooled by the fruitiness of peaches. Adjust the spicy seasonings to your taste. Was the overall winner in the first 2002 "Ready, Set, Cook" Challenge here at Recipezaar!

Provided by PalatablePastime

Categories     Pork

Time 50m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 lb pork tenderloin
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 medium firm fresh peaches, peeled,pitted,and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
1 fresh jalapeno, stemmed,seeded,and chopped
1 tablespoon finely chopped red bell pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
1 lime wedge
1/2 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Trim tenderloin of fat, etc.
  • Cut pork tenderloin into medallions about 3/4" thick.
  • Mix together green chilies, chile powder, ground cumin, black pepper, cayenne, salt, onion powder, garlic, olive oil, and cilantro; process in blender or food processor until it becomes a smooth paste.
  • Rub each side of medallion with paste and allow to rest at room temperature for approximately 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, mix together peaches, black beans, balsamic, jalapeno, red bell pepper, cilantro, and sugar.
  • Squeeze in juice of lime wedge and adjust jalapeno and sugar flavorings to taste.
  • Grill pork medallions over medium mesquite coals (or use mesquite smoking chips with other coals or gas grills), cooking about 4-5 minutes per side, or until meat is cooked through.
  • Serve salsa spooned over medallions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.3, Fat 6.2, SaturatedFat 1.6, Cholesterol 73.8, Sodium 504.3, Carbohydrate 19.5, Fiber 5.1, Sugar 9.2, Protein 27.4

PORK MEDALLIONS



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Enjoy these pork medallions with a creamy mushroom and madeira sauce. Serve with mashed potato and wilted greens for an easy midweek meal

Provided by Esther Clark

Categories     Dinner, Main course, Supper

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tbsp olive oil
600g pork medallions
2 tbsp unsalted butter
2 banana shallots , thinly sliced
250g chestnut mushrooms , sliced
1 garlic clove , crushed
1 tbsp plain flour
100ml madeira or sherry
400ml chicken stock
4 sprigs thyme
½ tbsp wholegrain mustard
100ml double cream
mashed potato and wilted greens, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large non-stick frying pan and fry the pork on each side for 2-3 mins until golden brown. Set aside on a plate.
  • Melt the butter in the pan and, when foaming, fry the shallots and mushrooms over a medium heat for 10 mins. Add the garlic and cook for another 1 min. Stir through the flour and cook for another 2 mins. Whisk through the madeira and boil for 2 mins. Gradually stir through the stock until the sauce is lump free. Add the thyme and mustard and season to taste.
  • Return the pork to the pan and simmer uncovered for 5-7 mins or until the pork is cooked through. Stir through the cream and heat again until simmering. Serve with creamy mashed potatoes and wilted greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 545 calories, Fat 40 grams fat, SaturatedFat 18 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 7 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 3 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 31 grams protein, Sodium 0.9 milligram of sodium

SAUCY PORK MEDALLIONS



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Make and share this Saucy Pork Medallions recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ElizabethKnicely

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 6 pork loin chops with stuffing and gravy, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 (1 1/2 lb) pork tenderloin, cut into 3/4-inch-thick slices
3 cups frozen peas
1 (10 ounce) can turkey gravy
1/4 cup Italian dressing
1 (6 ounce) package chicken flavor stuffing mix

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large nonstick skillet on medium-high heat. Add meat; cook 5 minutes or until each piece is browned on both sides, turning after 3 minutes.
  • Stir in peas, gravy and dressing; bring to a boil. Meanwhile, prepare stuffing as directed on package.
  • Spoon stuffing over meat mixture around edge of skillet; cover. Simmer on medium-low heat 10 minutes or until stuffing is heated through and meat is done.
  • KITCHEN TIPS:.
  • Substitute: Substitute 6 boneless pork chops (1 1/2 pounds) or 6 small boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (1 1/2 pounds) for the pork tenderloin. Prepare as directed, increasing the meat browning time to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 361.7, Fat 10.7, SaturatedFat 2.5, Cholesterol 75.8, Sodium 938.1, Carbohydrate 33.3, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 7.1, Protein 31.8

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use high-quality pork tenderloin.
  • Be sure to trim any excess fat from the pork medallions before cooking.
  • Season the pork medallions liberally with salt and pepper before searing.
  • Sear the pork medallions over high heat until they are browned on both sides.
  • Reduce the heat and cook the pork medallions for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until they are cooked through.
  • Serve the pork medallions immediately with your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

Spicy pork medallions are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With their tender texture and flavorful sauce, these pork medallions are sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed.

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