Salad - 1 1/2 cups red onion cut into 1/2 inch thick slices, 6 cups spinach leaves,
1/3 cp Feta Cheese, Pickled peaches from recipe above
Instructions
This unique combination of pork tenderloin, pickled peaches, and spinach is a fresh and tasty
summer meal.
Technique tip- This recipe can be done on a charcoal grill for more flavor.
Swap option- To save time, clementines or Mandarin oranges can be added directly to the salad
instead of pickled peaches. Add 1 tablespoon white vinegar and 4 teaspoons granulated sugar
instead of the peach syrup in the dressing.
For the liquid seasoning-
In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons water, the soy sauce, olive oil, lemon juice, brown sugar,
garlic powder and pepper. Set aside.
For the dry rub-
In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, salt, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, pepper, cinnamon
and ginger.
For the pickled peaches-
1. Put the pickling spices in the center of a square of cheesecloth. Gather the edges of the
cheesecloth together and tie them together to form a small bag.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, maple syrup, vinegar, sugar, and the spice
pouch. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat on the stovetop. Add the peaches and
simmer until they soften slightly, about 4 minutes.
3. Transfer the peaches to a serving plate and drizzle with the hot syrup. Remaining syrup can
be used as a salad dressing ingredient or a pork glaze.
For the pork-
1. Preheat the oven to 275°F. Season the pork tenderloin liberally with the dry rub.
2. In a 10-inch cast iron skillet, on the stovetop, cook the bacon over medium-high heat until it is
crisp and browned, about 5 minutes. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate. Add the
seasoned pork tenderloin in the skillet and sear for about 30 seconds on each side. Remove the
skillet from the heat and pour the liquid seasoning over the pork.
3. Put the skillet in the oven and cook, turning once, until the internal temperature of the pork
reaches 145°F in the center of its thickest portion, about 30 minutes. Transfer the pork to a
cutting board and let it rest. For the dressing- In a medium bowl, whisk together the vegetable
oil, reserved peach syrup, vinegar, hot sauce, salt and pepper. Set aside.
For the salad-
Put the skillet, with the cooking juices, on the stovetop over medium-high heat. Add the red
onion and cook, stirring, until softened but still slightly crisp, about 4 minutes. Transfer the
onions to a bowl. Rinse the skillet under running water to cool it and wipe it dry.
Fill the skillet to the top rim with spinach leaves. Top the spinach with the onions, feta, pickled
peaches and bacon. Slice the tenderloin into medallions and arrange them on top of the salad.
Drizzle the top with the dressing and serve in the cast iron skillet family-style.
Serving
Suggestions
Serve in a large platter instead of the cast iron pan if you want to.
Originally Submitted
8/29/2018
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