Description
Jamie Oliver’s paprika pork fillet delivers a succulent Mediterranean-inspired main course with bold Hungarian flavors. Tender pork medallions sizzle under a zesty spice blend, promising a quick weeknight dinner that delights your palate with robust, aromatic charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 400 grams (14 ounces) pork fillet, no fat, cut into thick strips
Vegetables:
- 2 onions, finely sliced
- 250 grams (8.8 ounces) mushrooms, sliced
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon tomato purée
- 200 milliliters (6.8 fluid ounces) chicken stock
- 100 milliliters (3.4 fluid ounces) soured cream
Serving Suggestions:
- Egg noodles, tagliatelle, or rice for serving
Instructions
- Warm extra virgin olive oil in a generously sized skillet over medium-high heat, introducing thinly sliced onions and caramelizing them until they transform into a soft, golden-brown hue, approximately 8-10 minutes.
- Introduce tender pork strips and sliced mushrooms to the skillet, searing at high temperature for 3-4 minutes until achieving a rich, dark caramelization. Dust with smoky Spanish paprika and allow flavors to meld for an additional 60-90 seconds.
- Incorporate robust tomato purée, stirring thoroughly to distribute the concentrated crimson sauce evenly across the protein and vegetables.
- Stream chicken stock (236.6 milliliters or 8 fluid ounces) into the pan, reducing heat and allowing the liquid to gently simmer for 5-7 minutes, ensuring the pork reaches complete doneness with an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Fold in tangy soured cream, creating a luxurious, velvety consistency. Season judiciously with kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to elevate the dish’s flavor profile. Plate immediately alongside your preferred starch such as wide egg noodles, silky tagliatelle, or fluffy white rice. Optional: Embellish with an additional generous spoonful of soured cream for extra indulgence.
Notes
- Customize the pork’s thickness to match your preferred cooking speed and texture preference.
- Selecting high-quality paprika dramatically influences the dish’s depth and authentic smoky undertone.
- Experiment with different mushroom varieties like cremini or shiitake for unique flavor profiles.
- Controlled searing technique determines the meat’s caramelization and overall taste complexity.
- Balancing spices and cream creates a harmonious blend that transforms simple ingredients into an extraordinary meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: UK
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 405 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg