Lemon pork scallops are a simple and quick second course to prepare, perfect for those who want to bring a tasty and light dish to the table. The lemon, with its fresh and lively acidity, gives the pork a delicate yet decisive flavor, making it tender and juicy. This recipe is ideal for a family dinner or a quick lunch, as it requires few ingredients and short cooking times, yet guarantees a refined and tasty result.
This dish is also excellent accompanied by a side of grilled vegetables or a green salad.
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Inexpensive
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 2 People
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 4 slices pork loin
- 1 lemon
- as needed flour
- 1 knob butter
- as needed extra virgin olive oil
- salt
- parsley
Steps
To prepare the lemon pork scallops, start by dredging the meat in flour. I used semolina, but all-purpose flour or type ‘0’ flour is also fine. Then put a knob of butter and a splash of EVO oil in a pan. Place the pan over medium-high heat, and once the butter has melted, brown the slices on both sides. It will take just a couple of minutes.
Now lower the heat and pour in the strained lemon juice. Add a pinch of salt, cover with a lid, and cook on low heat for about 4 minutes. If necessary, add a few tablespoons of water to prevent them from drying out too much.
Turn off the heat and season with chopped parsley and grated lemon zest, and serve hot.
