Pork and Green Onion Rolls
These pork and green onion wraps are packed with Asian flavors. Use a sugar replacement for a low-carb option.
Ingredients
- ¾ pound pork tenderloin
- kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 6 green onions
- 1 clove garlic, crushed and finely minced
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 tsp fresh grated ginger
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 2 tsp cold water
- Sesame seeds (optional), for garnish,
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Trim any excess fat from pork tenderloin, then slice it into 16 to 20 medallions.3/4 pound pork tenderloin
- Flatten the pork slices with the heel of your hand or the side of a knife. Sprinkle lightly with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Trim the green onions, then cut them into 2-inch lengths or pieces short enough to fit inside the pork rolls.6 green onions
- Place a few pieces of green onion on a meat slice and roll up.
- Combine the garlic, soy sauce, honey, oil, hoisin sauce, and ginger in a shallow baking dish. Coat the pork rolls in the sauce mixture and arrange them seam-side down.1 clove garlic | 1 tbsp soy sauce | 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar | 1 tbsp vegetable oil | 1 tbsp hoisin sauce | 1 tsp fresh grated ginger
- Bake, uncovered, for about 15 minutes or until it reaches 145°F (USDA). During baking, baste the pork tenderloin rolls with the sauce once or twice. Remove the pork to a plate and keep warm.
- Pour the juices into a small saucepan. Combine the cornstarch with 2 teaspoons of cold water and mix until smooth. Stir into the juices.1 tsp cornstarch | 2 tsp cold water
- Place the pan over medium heat and bring to a simmer. Cook, whisking constantly, until thickened. Brush the thickened sauce over the pork rolls.
- Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.Sesame seeds (optional)
Slice the tenderloin cold for easier, neater medallions, then flatten the slices gently so they roll without tearing.
If preparing a few hours ahead, cover and refrigerate.
Nutrition
Calories: 112kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 12gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 37mgSodium: 242mgPotassium: 269mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 121IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg
Disclaimer:
Our nutritional information is based on a third-party application that analyzes the ingredients list to determine the values. The information is meant to be helpful, but should be considered an estimate. Values may differ depending on measurements, brands, serving variations, and database availability.
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