Description
Apple Cider Pork with Mashed Sweet Potatoes is a flavorful and comforting dish that brings together savory pork tenderloin infused with the sweet notes of apple cider, accompanied by creamy mashed sweet potatoes. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, offering a delightful balance of textures and tastes that will impress family and friends alike. The rich apple-infused sauce adds depth to the tender pork, while the buttery sweet potatoes provide a satisfying side that complements this cozy meal beautifully.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin
- 1 cup apple cider
- 1 medium onion
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- Butter
- Heavy cream or milk
- Thyme
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Marinate pork medallions in half a cup of apple cider with garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper for at least 15 minutes.
- Boil cubed sweet potatoes in salted water until tender (15-20 minutes). Drain and return to pot.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear marinated pork for about 3-4 minutes per side until browned.
- Sauté sliced onions in the same skillet until softened (3-4 minutes).
- Add reserved marinade and remaining cider; bring to a simmer and return pork to skillet. Cook covered for 10-15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- For thicker sauce, stir in cornstarch slurry if desired.
- Mash sweet potatoes with butter, cream/milk, salt, and optional cinnamon until smooth.
- Serve pork over mashed sweet potatoes with sauce drizzled on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing/Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg