Pork fillet with lemon
Pork Fillet with Lemon - A Delicious Recipe Paying Tribute to Romania
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Welcome to a culinary adventure full of flavors and tricolor colors! Today, I will present to you a simple and quick recipe for pork fillet with lemon, inspired by my friend Ionix, who challenged me to add a personal touch to this dish. This recipe will not only delight your taste buds but will also pay a beautiful tribute to Romania, with lovely colors on the plate. Let’s get started!
Ingredients:
- 600 g pork fillet (choose a piece of fresh, quality meat)
- 2 large lemons (one for juice and the other for slices)
- 4 cloves of garlic (for added flavor)
- 3 tablespoons of olive oil (for cooking)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- A bunch of fresh parsley (for garnish)
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preparing the meat: Start by washing the pork fillet well under cold water and then drying it with a paper towel. Cut it into slices about 2 cm thick. This will help the meat cook evenly.
2. Marinating: In a small bowl, squeeze the juice from one lemon and add the crushed garlic, salt, and pepper to taste. Mix well, then add the slices of meat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it marinate for 15-20 minutes. Marinating is essential as it will make the meat more tender and flavorful.
3. Cooking: In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Place the pork slices in the pan, making sure not to overlap them to achieve an even browning. Cook them for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden and well cooked.
4. Adding the lemon: Once the meat is cooked, add the lemon slices to the pan and cook them together with the meat for 2-3 minutes to give it a fresh, aromatic taste. The lemon will add a pleasant acidity that balances the richness of the meat.
5. Serving: After cooking, remove the pork fillets to a serving platter and garnish with chopped fresh parsley. This detail not only adds color but also a fresh flavor to the dish.
Serving suggestions: This pork fillet with lemon pairs perfectly with a side of fried potatoes or a crunchy green salad to complete the meal. You can also add some grilled vegetables for a more vibrant look and taste.
Variations: If you want to experiment, you can add some herbs like rosemary or thyme to the marinade. These will provide an extra layer of flavor and turn the recipe into a true feast.
This pork fillet with lemon recipe is not only simple but also quick, perfect for a family lunch or a special dinner. I hope you enjoyed this culinary suggestion and that you will try to prepare it at home. Happy birthday, Romania!
The meat is cut into thicker slices, we spread mustard on them, then we season them on all sides and place them in a baking dish. We clean the onion and garlic and slice them thinly, sprinkling them in the dish over the meat. We add slices of red pepper. We mix the lemon juice with water and pour it over the meat, also adding thyme. The oven is preheated to 180°C. We place the meat in the oven and let it brown well on both sides. Five minutes before it's done, we add grated lemon peel over the meat and return it to the oven. We serve the steak with potatoes, rice, or polenta, alongside a salad. Enjoy your meal! A steak that melts in your mouth...
Ingredients: 700 g pork meat, two sprigs of thyme, 1 onion, 5-6 cloves of garlic, 200 ml water, 1 lemon, 1 tablespoon mustard, salt, pepper, paprika, 1/2 red bell pepper
