Balsamic Pork With Watercress
This pork steak recipe combines the sweetness of oranges with the tang of balsamic for a deliciously flavorful dish. The tender pork steaks are dressed in a zesty orange and balsamic glaze that perfectly complements the fresh watercress and creamy avocado salad. An easy and elegant meal that's sure to impress!
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 2 oranges
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tsp clear honey
- 1 garlic clove , crushed
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 boneless pork steaks , about 175g/6oz each
- 100g bag watercress
- 1 avocado , sliced into chunks
Instructions
- Grate the zest from 1 orange, then segment the flesh (see Here to help, p23). Juice the other orange. Mix the zest with half the juice, vinegar, honey and garlic, then set aside. For the dressing, whisk the remaining juice with the mustard, 1 tbsp oil and seasoning.
- Heat the remaining oil in a frying pan, add the pork, then brown on each side, about 5 mins in total. Add the balsamic mixture, season, then bring to the boil. Bubble for 5-6 mins, turning the pork, until tender.
- Meanwhile, tip the watercress into a bowl, toss with the avocado, orange segments and dressing, then serve alongside the pork.
Cook Time
12M
Prep Time
PT10M
Yield
Serves 4
Nutrition
- Calories: 261 calories
- Fat Content: 17 grams fat
- Saturated Fat Content: 3 grams saturated fat
- Carbohydrate Content: 9 grams carbohydrates
- Sugar Content: 8 grams sugar
- Fiber Content: 2 grams fiber
- Protein Content: 19 grams protein
- Sodium Content: 0.24 milligram of sodium
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