If you’re looking for a dish that combines simplicity and elegance, the pan-seared pork loin with sweet and sour onions is the perfect choice.
This classic pairing enhances the tenderness and delicate flavor of pork with the enveloping sweetness of caramelized onions.
Perfect for an elegant dinner or a meal that pampers your guests, this dish will conquer every palate with its harmony of irresistible flavors and aromas.
Imagine sitting at the table and being enveloped by an irresistible aroma of caramelized onions joining the richness of a perfectly cooked pork loin.
The Pan-Seared Pork Loin with Sweet and Sour Onions is ideal for impressing your guests or indulging in a moment of pure gastronomic pleasure, bringing home cooking to a level of elegance and warmth that will make you feel like a star chef.
Below you will find other delightful recipes with pork loin, and then as always, let’s go right below the photo to discover how to prepare the Pan-Seared Pork Loin with Sweet and Sour Onions!!
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Budget-friendly
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4 people
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients for Pan-Seared Pork Loin with Sweet and Sour Onions
- 1.3 lbs pork loin (thick slices)
- 2 yellow onions
- 2 tbsps honey
- 3 tbsps soy sauce
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
- 2 pinches salt
- to taste black pepper (ground)
Steps for Pan-Seared Pork Loin with Sweet and Sour Onions
Season the pork loin with salt and pepper, massaging it well on both sides.
Peel and slice the onions roughly, heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large high-sided pan.
Add the sliced onion and sauté until soft and translucent, about 8 minutes.
Move the onion to the sides of the pan with a wooden spoon and add the pork loin slices, cooking them for about 5 minutes per side until golden.
Once golden, add the honey, soy sauce, and tomato paste to the pan.
Mix well to evenly coat the pork loin and onions with the sauce.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and let it cook for another 10 minutes, until the pork loin is fully cooked and the sauce has reduced and thickened.
Serve the Pan-Seared Pork Loin with Onions drizzling with the sweet and sour onion sauce.
How to store pan-seared pork loin
You can store it in the refrigerator well sealed in an airtight container for 2 days.
Alternatively, it can also be frozen and then thawed in the refrigerator before reheating it in a pan, possibly adding a few tablespoons of hot water to rehydrate everything.
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FAQ
What other spices can be used to season Pan-Seared Pork Loin with Sweet and Sour Onions?
To further enrich the flavor of pan-seared pork loin, you can add a variety of spices.
Garlic: Add one or two finely chopped, or whole and crushed, garlic cloves along with the onion.
Ginger: A piece of fresh grated ginger can add a note of freshness and spiciness.
Chili: A pinch of chili powder or a few dried chili flakes will add some heat to the recipe.
Paprika: Sweet or smoked paprika can add a rich, slightly smoky flavor.
Sesame seeds: For a crunchy nutty touch, you can add toasted sesame seeds at the end of cooking.
