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Pan-Seared Pork with Red Pepper Sauce

Tender pork tenderloin seared until golden, finished with a quick roasted red pepper pan sauce. Serve with potatoes and sautéed vegetables for a restaurant-quality weeknight dinner.

Total time
25 min
Servings
2
Calories
285
Protein
38g
Pan-Seared Pork with Red Pepper Sauce
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat pork dry and season generously with salt and black pepper on both sides.

  2. Step 2

    Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 90 seconds.

  3. Step 3

    Sear pork 2 minutes per side without moving until edges are golden and center reaches 145°F.

  4. Step 4

    Remove pork to a plate; add sliced red peppers and mixed vegetables to the same skillet.

  5. Step 5

    Cook vegetables 4–5 minutes over medium-high, stirring occasionally, until peppers soften and char slightly.

  6. Step 6

    Slice pork and return to skillet with vegetables; toss gently and serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch skillet
  • meat thermometer
  • cutting board
  • knife

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