Sweet Soy Pork Tenderloin with Onions & Mushrooms

 

Ingredients:

2 tbsp olive oil

1-1.3 lb pork tenderloin, silver skin removed and cut into 3/4” medallions

1 large yellow onions, thinly sliced

8 oz baby Bella mushrooms, quartered

3 cloves garlic, minced

¼  cup dry white wine

¾ cup unsalted beef stock

1 tbsp butter

1 tbsp tomato paste

1½ tbsp pomegranate molasses (or balsamic glaze)

1 tbsp soy sauce

3 tbsp brown sugar

1½ tsp corn starch

2 tbsp water

1 tsp garlic powder

½ tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

1 tsp smoked paprika

½ tsp chili powder

1¼ tsp chili flakes

½ tsp dried thyme

Chopped parsley, for garnish

 

Steps:

1. Prepare the seasoning: In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, chili powder, chili flakes, and dried thyme.
2. Season the pork: Pat the pork medallions dry, then season both sides evenly with the prepared spice mix (from step 1).
3. Sear the pork: Heat olive oil in a large skillet or sauté pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the pork medallions in a single layer and sear for about 3 minutes per side, until nicely browned. Remove from the pan and set aside.
4. Sauté the aromatics: Reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the butter, sliced onions, and minced garlic to the same pan. Sauté for about 2 minutes, then pour in white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any brown bits.
5. Build the sauce: Stir in the tomato paste, pomegranate molasses, soy sauce, brown sugar, and mushrooms. Cook for about 2 minutes, allowing the mushrooms to soften slightly and absorb the flavors.
6. Thicken the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water until smooth. Pour the mixture into the pan along with the beef stock, stirring well to combine.
7. Simmer: Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Nestle the seared pork medallions back into the pan, cover, and simmer on low for 5-6 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly. If you’d like a thicker sauce, remove the lid and let it simmer over medium heat for a few more minutes.
8. Finish & serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm over mashed potatoes, rice, or buttered noodles.