Pork Tenderloin Cutlets with Cranberry Maple Sauce
Elevate your dinner table with these irresistible Pork Tenderloin Cutlets with Cranberry Maple Sauce—a dish that combines crispy golden pork with a rich, tangy-sweet glaze perfect for the holiday season or any special occasion. Tender slices of pork tenderloin are lightly breaded with toasted breadcrumbs, pan-seared to perfection, and topped with a vibrant sauce made from fresh cranberries, pure maple syrup, and a touch of apple cider vinegar for a balanced flavor profile. Ready in just 50 minutes, this impressive yet approachable recipe is ideal for weeknight meals or festive gatherings. Serve these cutlets with a side of roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a complete and unforgettable meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Pork tenderloin
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Toasted breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 large Eggs
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cups Fresh cranberries
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 0.25 cup Maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme
Instructions
Slice the pork tenderloin into 1-inch thick medallions. Place each piece between plastic wrap and pound lightly with a meat mallet until 1/2-inch thick.
Season both sides of the pork cutlets with salt and black pepper.
Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one for flour, one for beaten eggs, and one for breadcrumbs.
Dredge each piece of pork in flour, shake off excess, dip in egg, and coat in breadcrumbs. Set aside on a plate.
Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the pork cutlets for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the cutlets from the pan and keep warm.
In the same skillet, add fresh cranberries and chicken broth. Simmer over medium heat until the cranberries begin to burst, about 5 minutes.
Stir in maple syrup, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, and fresh thyme. Simmer for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
Taste the cranberry maple sauce and adjust seasoning as needed (e.g., more maple syrup for sweetness or vinegar for tanginess).
Serve the pork cutlets on a plate, spoon the cranberry maple sauce generously over the top, and garnish with additional thyme if desired. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2444 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.4 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.3 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 742 mg | 247% | |
| Sodium | 5342 mg | 232% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 267.8 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.4 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 93.5 g | ||
| Protein | 148.9 g | 298% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 262 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 18.9 mg | 105% | |
| Potassium | 2977 mg | 63% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
