Pork Tenderloin with Marsala
A succulent and flavorful dish featuring tender pork medallions cooked in a rich Marsala wine sauce. Perfect for a delightful dinner.
Nutrition
Calories: 450cal
Carbohydrate: 5g
Protein: 38g
Fat: 25g
Cholesterol: 135mg
Sodium: 450mg
Difficulty Level: easy
20 min Prep
30 min Cook
50 min Total
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 pork tenderloins (approx. 1 pound each)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 cup Marsala wine
- 1 cup chicken stock
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Season the pork tenderloins generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the pork tenderloins and sear them for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they are golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast the pork for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F. Remove from the oven and let it rest on a cutting board, loosely covered with foil.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add shallots and garlic, sautéing until they are soft and translucent, about 2-3 minutes.
- Carefully pour in the Marsala wine, scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2 minutes, allowing the alcohol to cook off.
- Add chicken stock and thyme leaves to the skillet, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Allow it to reduce by about half, which should take approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Slice the rested pork tenderloin into medallions and drizzle with the Marsala sauce before serving.