Elevate weeknight dinners with pork loin in tomato sauce

Pork loin in tomato sauce is an excellent choice for a light yet fulfilling dinner. Its preparation doesn't involve complex culinary techniques or hard-to-find ingredients – just basic spices, vegetables, and high-quality meat. Proper simmering ensures the pork loin is juicy and tender, while the aromatic tomato sauce lends an exceptional taste. This kind of dinner is ideal for the beginning of the week when we desire a quick and healthy meal.

Attention to a few key aspects is crucial to ensuring the pork loin in tomato sauce is perfectly tender and full of flavour. Proper seasoning and browning of the meat are vital to keeping it juicy. Following this, simmering in broth with a touch of tomato passata will give the dish an intense flavour.

Ingredients:

• 600 g pork loin,
• 475 ml vegetable or chicken broth,
• 200 g onion,
• 200 ml tomato passata or canned tomatoes,
• 1 clove of garlic,
• 1 large bay leaf,
• 3 allspice berries,
• 3 g sweet paprika,
• 85 ml oil for frying,
• Salt and pepper to taste,
• 6 g wheat flour (optional),
• Basil leaves or dried basil for garnish.

Preparation method:

1. Slice the pork loin into pieces about 1.5 cm thick and gently pound them—season with salt, pepper, and sweet paprika. If desired, coat the meat in wheat flour to help thicken the sauce.
2. Heat oil in a pan and brown the pork loin slices until golden brown, about 3–4 minutes on each side. Transfer them to a plate.
3. Finely chop the onion and sauté it in the same pan. Add the chopped garlic and cook for another minute.
4. Pour the tomato passata and broth into the sautéed onion. Season with paprika, salt, and pepper, and add the bay leaf and allspice berries.
5. Place the previously fried pork loin slices into the sauce and simmer, covered on low heat, for about 50–60 minutes. Check the meat's tenderness and stir the sauce occasionally.
6. Sprinkle the finished pork loin with fresh basil or parsley. Serve with potatoes, pasta, grains, or rice.

Pork loin in tomato sauce consistently delivers. Its delicate texture and intense flavour make it a brilliant choice for a family dinner. Enjoy!

This pork loin in tomato sauce isn't just a splendid idea for a Monday dinner. It's a versatile dish for family gatherings, festive occasions, or weekend lunches. Its simplicity and versatility ensure it is always a popular choice.