Pork Fillets in Orange Sauce

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 1

Tender and Delicious Pork Fillets in Orange Sauce Recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

5 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

369

Sugar

11g

Fat

17g

Pork fillet in orange sauce is a delightful recipe that is perfect for family dinners and special occasions. It is an easy-to-follow recipe that uses simple ingredients that can be found in most supermarkets. The combination of tangy orange sauce with succulent pork fillets makes for a great tasting dish. You can make extra orange sauce to drizzle over steamed vegetables or rice if desired. Pork fillets in orange sauce can be served with a side salad or roasted vegetables and is a perfect meal for those who love flavorful and healthy food.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 200°C.
2.	Season the pork fillet with ginger, salt, and black pepper.
3.	Heat a pan over medium-high heat, add the pork fillet, and sear all sides.
4.	Transfer the pork fillet to a baking dish and sprinkle it with brown sugar. Pour the orange juice over the top, then add the grated orange peel.
5.	Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the pork fillet is fully cooked.
6.	Rest the pork fillet for 5 minutes, then slice and place on a serving dish. Pour the orange sauce over the pork, and serve.

PROS

This dish is flavorful and easy to make! The orange sauce complements the pork fillet, making it tender and juicy.
The ginger adds a kick of spice to the dish.

CONS

The dish may be too acidic for some people due to the orange juice used in the recipe.
It may not be suitable for those who are watching their sugar intake due to the brown sugar added.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork is a good source of protein, which helps in building and maintaining muscles and body tissues. It also contains essential nutrients such as Vitamin B-6, iron, and magnesium. Oranges are a great source of Vitamin C and fiber, which helps boost the immune system and aids in digestion. Ginger contains compounds that have anti-inflammatory effects and can help with digestion and reducing nausea.

	1 large pork fillet
	1 teaspoon ginger
	2 tablespoons brown sugar
	orange juice
	1 teaspoon of grated orange peel