Tender pork tenderloin, crispy bacon, bell pepper and leek in a rich, fragrant sauce. This simple one-pan dish is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, and pairs beautifully with roasted potatoes for a hearty meal. Much of the flavor comes from the bacon drippings, smoked paprika, caraway and a splash of soy sauce. The tenderloin itself is cooked only briefly to keep it juicy inside.
What You’ll Need
- pork tenderloin,
- 1 onion,
- 1 red bell pepper,
- leek,
- bacon,
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce,
- salt,
- black pepper,
- 1 teaspoon sweet smoked paprika,
- 1 teaspoon ground caraway,
- 200 ml water,
- a little oil.
The original recipe does not specify exact amounts of tenderloin, bacon, leek or oil, so adjust according to the number of servings.
Step-by-Step Preparation:
1. Preparing the meat: Cut the pork tenderloin into smaller pieces. Lightly season with salt and pepper.
2. Frying the bacon: Dice the bacon and add it to a well-heated pan. Let it render its fat and turn golden.
3. Adding the onion: Add the chopped onion to the bacon. Sauté in the bacon fat until translucent and lightly golden.
4. Searing the tenderloin: Add the prepared pork pieces and quickly sear them on all sides over high heat.
5. Vegetables: Add the chopped red bell pepper and leek to the pan. Sauté everything together for a few minutes.
6. Seasoning: Lower the heat slightly, sprinkle in the sweet smoked paprika and ground caraway. Stir briefly to release the aroma, but do not let the paprika burn or it will become bitter.
7. Flavoring: Add one tablespoon of soy sauce and pour in about 200 ml of water.
8. Finishing the sauce: Let it simmer gently for a few minutes until the vegetables soften and a thicker, glossy sauce forms around the meat.
9. Serving: Serve the finished mixture best with roasted potatoes. Taste and adjust salt or pepper if needed before serving.
Final Tip
Do not stew the pork tenderloin for too long. It is a delicate meat that cooks quickly. As soon as it is seared and the sauce has reached the desired consistency, the dish is ready to serve. Roasted potatoes are a perfect side, as they soak up the flavorful sauce from the bacon, meat, peppers and soy sauce.
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