Saturday, May 12, 2012

Sweet and Spicy Pork with Black Bean Salad

Ingredients:                  (Serves 4)     Total Time: about 45 min

  • 1tbs Brown Sugar
  • 2 tsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 2 tbs Olive Oil
  • Salt and Pepper
  • 1 lbs Pork Tenderloin
  • 1 can Black Beans
  • 1 pint Grape Tomatoes
  • 3 Scallions, thinly sliced
  • 1 Jalapeno, seeds removed to reduce heat (optional)
  • 1 tbs Red Whine Vinegar
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Cilantro, Chopped


Directions:

1.Heat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper. In a small bowl, combine the sugar, chili powder, cumin, 1 Tbsp oil, 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper.

2.Rub the spice mixture all over the pork, place on the prepared baking sheet, and roast until the pork registers 145°F, 18 to 22 minutes. Let rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing.

3.Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss together the beans, tomatoes, scallions, jalapeƱo, vinegar, remaining Tbsp oil, 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper; fold in the cilantro. Serve with the pork.
I am so sorry for the delay in writing school has been crazy! I have some new recipes that I want to put up. Anyone that tries any of my recipes please comment on how it was and, please, tell me anything you think could make it better!