Description
Quick, garlicky pork bites marinated in soy and honey, seared to perfection for a savory-sweet delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme, leaves only
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 wedges lemon
Instructions
- Pat the tenderloin dry and season with salt and pepper, then cut into 1-inch cubes.
- In a bowl, whisk together garlic, soy sauce, honey, olive oil, smoked paprika, and thyme for the marinade and sauce.
- Toss pork cubes in half of the sauce and let marinate for 10-15 minutes.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
- Sear pork in a single layer for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add the remaining sauce to the pan, reduce heat, and stir until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Ensure pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F and rests for 3 minutes.
- Garnish with parsley and squeeze lemon over the top before serving.
Notes
For a spicier version, add red pepper flakes or sriracha to the marinade. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Pork
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: pork, quick meal, weeknight dinner, garlic, savory-sweet