Citrus-Lime Cuban Pork Medallions
Citrus-Lime Cuban Pork Medallions feature tender slices of pork seared until lightly caramelized, then brightened with fresh lime, garlic, and warm cumin. The result is a juicy, tangy main with gentle heat from red pepper flakes and an aromatic finish. Serve it for a quick weeknight dinner or as a vibrant centerpiece with rice, beans, or crisp salad.
- Prep15 min
- Cook15 min
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Slightly flatten the pork tenderloin slices and set them aside.
- 2
In a bowl, combine the lime zest, olive oil, cumin, salt, crushed red pepper, and garlic.
- 3
Reserve the lime juice.
- 4
Rub the seasoning mixture onto both sides of the pork slices.
- 5
Coat a heavy skillet or ridged grill pan with cooking spray and set it over medium heat.
- 6
Pan-fry the pork slices until browned on both sides, 6 to 7 minutes per side.
- 7
After turning the meat over, pour the reserved lime juice over the meat and continue cooking until it is no longer pink in the center.
- 8
Serve hot, topped with the pan juices.
- Calories 197.78 kcal Moderate
- Protein 25.69 g Good Source
- Carbs 12.75 g Moderate
- Total Fat 4.56 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 1.42 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 76.54 mg High
- Sodium 705.88 mg High
- Fiber 0.68 g Low Source
- Sugar 0.3 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 122.53 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.21 mg Low Source
- Potassium 38.19 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 152.79 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 22.22 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Garlic 🧄
Join the first 5,000.
The first 5,000 members get lifetime Pro at 60% off. Priority access when we launch on iOS and Android. A direct line to the team building it.
No credit card required. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Your data is encrypted with AES-256 and TLS 1.3. We never sell your data.