Pork Tenderloin with Pea Purée is a savory and balanced dish that combines tender pork with a smooth, creamy pea purée. This recipe is perfect for lunch or dinner, offering both flavor and nutrition. The juicy pork, seasoned with rosemary, oregano, and black pepper, pairs beautifully with the sweet, rich pea purée, creating a meal that’s easy to prepare and satisfying for the whole family. Using the Thermomix for the purée ensures a consistent, smooth texture with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Instructions
Pork Tenderloin preparation
- Preheat the oven to 200°C.
In a bowl, combine olive oil, rosemary, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Rub each piece of pork tenderloin with the seasoning mixture, ensuring it is well-coated.
Arrange the tenderloin in a roasting pan, add sunflower oil, and place it in the preheated oven.
Let it cook for 25-30 minutes at 200°C.
Remove the tenderloin from the oven and allow it to rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing. This step lets the juices redistribute, making the meat tender and juicy.
Preparare piure de mazăre
- Add water to the bowl, insert the steaming basket, weigh 500 g of peas into it, and cook for 15 min./Varoma/speed 2. Remove the steaming basket using the spatula and set the peas aside. Repeat the process with the remaining 500 g of peas. After boiling all the peas, set the cooking liquid in the bowl aside.
- Place the boiled peas in the bowl with 50-100 ml of the reserved cooking liquid (depending on how thick you want the purée), then blend for 30 sec./speed 4-9, gradually increasing the speed. Use the spatula to clean the bowl and lid.
- Add the cream, butter, salt, and pepper, then mix for 30 sec./speed 4-9, gradually increasing the speed.
- Slice the pork tenderloin (after it has rested) and serve it with the pea purée.
Hints&Tips
Nutritional Benefits of Pork Tenderloin with Pea Purée
Pork tenderloin provides a lean protein source, essential for muscle growth and repair. Peas add dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals, which support digestion and enhance overall health. The addition of cream and butter to the purée gives a rich texture while adding necessary fats. According to a study by the American Heart Association, incorporating lean proteins and fiber-rich foods like pork and peas can promote heart health.
For more healthy and delicious recipes, explore our Thermomix recipe collection, which offers a variety of meal ideas for every taste.
Why Use Thermomix for the Pea Purée?
Thermomix simplifies the preparation of pea purée by handling chopping, blending, and heating in one device. This approach saves time and reduces cleanup while delivering a consistently smooth and creamy purée, ideal for pairing with the pork. Thermomix is especially helpful for busy families who want to prepare nutritious meals quickly and efficiently.
Cooking Tip
For added flavor, marinate the pork in the seasoning mixture for a few hours before cooking. This step enhances the tenderness and infuses the meat with rich herb flavors that perfectly complement the pea purée.
Customizations and Variations
This dish can easily be customized to suit different tastes. Try adding garlic or paprika to the pork seasoning for a more robust flavor. Alternatively, swap peas with another green vegetable like broccoli or spinach to create a different purée variation. You can also replace cream with yogurt for a lighter purée.
Serving Suggestions
Serve the pork tenderloin over the Thermomix pea purée, with a side of fresh salad or tangy pickles. These additions add a refreshing contrast to the rich flavors, making it a balanced, satisfying meal for the whole family.
