How to Make Pork Normandy - A Step-by-Step Guide

Pork Normandy is a classic French dish that combines tender pork, sweet apples, and a creamy sauce for a truly delightful meal. It's a perfect blend of flavors and textures, making it a standout dish for any occasion. Whether you're cooking for a dinner party or just want to impress your family, this recipe is sure to be a hit.

The dish gets its name from the Normandy region of France, which is known for its delicious apples and buttery cream sauces. The combination of savory pork wit...

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Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 ½ pounds pork tenderloin
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 large sweet apple - peeled, cored and thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
  • 5 ounces chicken stock
  • 4 fluid ounces hard apple cider
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons heavy cream

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 25 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Melt butter in an oven-proof skillet over medium heat. Sear tenderloin in melted butter, then transfer to a plate.
  • Add onions to the skillet; cook and stir for 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in apple and cook until golden brown. Stir in flour and cook for about 30 seconds.
  • Whisk chicken stock and hard cider together in a bowl; pour into the skillet and bring to a boil while scraping the browned bits of food off the bottom of the pan. Return tenderloin to the skillet; season with salt and pepper.
  • Cover the skillet, transfer to the preheated oven, and bake until is pork is slightly pink in the center, about 45 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
  • Transfer tenderloin to a cutting board, and cut into 1 1/2-inch slices.
  • Place onions, apples, and all liquid from the skillet into a blender or food processor; pulse until smooth. Return sauce to the pan, and reheat over medium-low. Stir in cream and heat until warm.
  • Spoon sauce over sliced tenderloin to serve.
  • Nutrition

    204 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 72mg
    • Sodium: 175mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 9g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 6g
    • Protein: 21g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 12mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 367mg