Cumin-Kissed Pork Medallions

Name: Cumin-Kissed Pork Medallions
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Moroccan
Ingredients: 8 ounce pork tenderloin (cut into 1/2-inch thick medallions); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 0.5 teaspoon paprika; 0.25 teaspoon ground ginger; 0.25 teaspoon cinnamon; 0.5 cup instant couscous; 1 cup boiling water (boiling); 0.5 can chickpeas (rinsed, drained); 0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped); 0.5 teaspoon salt; 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Tender pork medallions seasoned with warm Moroccan spices, quickly seared and served with fluffy couscous and a side of seasoned chickpeas for a complete, flavorful meal.

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 30 min
Servings: 2
Cuisine: Moroccan
Difficulty: Easy
Cost: $2.67/serving

Dietary

Dairy-Free
Nut-Free
Soy-Free
Egg-Free
Low-Sugar
High-Protein
High-Fiber

Ingredients

8 ounce pork tenderloin (cut into 1/2-inch thick medallions)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
0.5 teaspoon paprika
0.25 teaspoon ground ginger
0.25 teaspoon cinnamon
0.5 cup instant couscous
1 cup boiling water (boiling)
0.5 can chickpeas (rinsed, drained)
0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Pat the pork tenderloin medallions dry. In a small bowl, combine 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Rub the spice mixture evenly over both sides of the pork medallions.
In a small heatproof bowl, combine 1/2 cup instant couscous with 1 cup boiling water. Cover and let stand for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned pork medallions and sear for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 145°F).
While pork is cooking, warm the rinsed and drained chickpeas in a small saucepan or microwave. Season with a pinch of salt and remaining 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
Remove pork from skillet and let rest for a few minutes. Serve the Cumin-Kissed Pork Medallions with the fluffed couscous and seasoned chickpeas. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Notes

Adjust the spices to your preference. If you like a little heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the spice rub.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 485
Protein: 44.5 g
Carbohydrates: 43.1 g
Fat: 15.3 g
Fiber: 8.7 g
Sodium: 890 mg
Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
Sugar: 2.4 g
Cholesterol: 120 mg