Description
Cast Iron Pork Tenderloin is a hidden gem that is delicious and tender! Seasoned with a homemade bbq rub, this comes together in 20 minutes.
Ingredients
For the Orzo
- 1 ear corn
- 2 stalks of celery
- 2 cloves of minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Red pepper flake
- 1 cup of orzo
- 2 1/4 cup of chicken broth
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
- 2 cups baby spinach
- Parmesan cheese (optional)
For the Pork Tenderloin
- 1 lb pork tenderloin
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil
- Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
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Prep the vegetables – cut the corn off the cob, dice the celery, and mince the garlic.
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Prep the pork tenderloin. Cut off the silver skin and any excess fat. Then, cut the tenderloin into ½ inch thick pieces. Combine all ingredients together, mix, and let sit as you begin the orzo.
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Heat a medium sized pot on medium high heat and add the neutral oil. Once hot, add in the corn and celery. Let cook until browned, about 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Then, add the minced garlic and red pepper flake and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the orzo and toast for about a minute. Add the chicken broth or water, another big pinch of salt, and bring up to a boil. Cover and cook on medium heat for 10 minutes.
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Heat a separate large pan or cast iron on medium high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of neutral oil and place the marinated pork in an even layer on the pan. Sear for about 2 minutes then flip. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145F. Once finished, remove from the pan and repeat with the remaining pork as needed.
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After cooking the orzo for 10 minutes, add the spinach and stir in to wilt. Add a few more tablespoons of water or broth if it looks dry. Add another big pinch of salt, black pepper, and taste to adjust seasoning as desired.
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Plate the orzo, add a few pieces of the pork tenderloin on top, top with parmesan cheese, and enjoy
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Easy Gourmet
- Method: Stove-top
- Cuisine: American