Mexican Pork Fillet
400 g | pork fillet all visible fat removed |
3 tbsp | brown granulated sweetener |
3 tbsp | balsamic vinegar |
2 cm | piece fresh ginger peeled and minced |
2 cloves | garlic peeled and minced |
10 | red chilli deseeded and finely chopped |
20 | limes, juiced |
1 tsp | cumin |
1 tsp | paprika |
½ tsp | oregano |
½ tsp | onion salt |
½ tsp | cayenne pepper |
½ tsp | salt |
½ tsp | freshly ground black pepper |
10 g | fresh coriander chopped |
10 | lime cut into wedges |
low calorie cooking spray |
Pre-heat oven to 200°C (fan). |
In a mixing bowl, add the brown granulated sweetener, balsamic vinegar, lime juice, ginger, garlic, and fresh chilli. Mix. |
Add the cumin, paprika, oregano, onion salt, cayenne pepper, coriander, and the salt and pepper. Mix well. |
Place the pork into the marinade and leave for 15-20 minutes. |
Spray a lidded, ovenproof frying pan with low calorie cooking spray and set on a medium heat. Add the pork, reserving most of the marinade in the mixing bowl. |
Cook the pork for 5 minutes sealing on all sides, then place into the oven with the rest of the marinade. Cover with the lid. |
Cook for 15 minutes, then remove the lid and cook for a further 5 minutes. |
Remove the pork from the pan and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with some of the cooked marinade drizzled over the top and garnish with the wedges of lime. |