Description
A vibrant and flavorful Pineapple Pork recipe featuring tender pork tenderloin cooked with juicy pineapple chunks in a savory-sweet soy and honey sauce. This dish combines tender, browned pork with a tangy glaze, finished perfectly by baking to infuse all the flavors. Ideal for serving over rice or noodles for a delicious, easy-to-make meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 1 pound pork tenderloin
Produce
- 1 pineapple
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, grated
Condiments & Sauces
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
Others
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the pork mixture later.
- Prepare Pork: Cut the pork tenderloin into bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and easy eating.
- Prepare Pineapple: Peel and core the pineapple, then cut it into chunks to mix with the pork for a sweet contrast.
- Make Sauce: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, cornstarch, and water to create a flavorful and slightly thickened glaze.
- Heat Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat to brown the pork pieces.
- Brown Pork: Add the pork pieces to the heated skillet and cook until browned on all sides, locking in flavor and texture.
- Add Sauce: Pour the soy sauce mixture over the browned pork and stir well to coat all pieces evenly with the glaze.
- Add Pineapple: Stir in the pineapple chunks to combine the sweet and savory elements in the skillet.
- Season: Season the mixture with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Bake: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through and tender.
- Serve: Serve the pineapple pork hot over a bed of rice or noodles for a complete and satisfying meal. Enjoy!
Notes
- Make sure the pork pieces are browned well for enhanced flavor before baking.
- Use fresh pineapple for the best sweetness and texture.
- If you don’t have a skillet that is oven-safe, transfer the mixture to a baking dish before baking.
- You can adjust the honey level to make the dish sweeter or more savory according to your taste.
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or a simple green salad for a balanced meal.
