Spiced Pork with Sweet Potatoes and Kale
Warm and comforting spiced pork with roasted sweet potatoes and kale.
Daily recipe · May 21, 2023
A little about this dish
This recipe is a new take on a Southern American classic, inspired by chilly weather. It features pork, sweet potatoes, and kale - all seasonal ingredients. The pork is seasoned with a blend of warm spices, giving the dish a cozy, comforting feel. The sweet potatoes and kale add a touch of sweetness and bitterness, respectively, balancing out the flavors of the dish.
Ingredients (for 4)
- Pork tenderloin — 1 lb — trimmed
- Cumin — 1 tsp
- Smoked paprika — 1 tsp
- Garlic powder — 1 tsp
- Salt — 1 tsp
- Black pepper — 1/2 tsp
- Sweet potato — 1 large — peeled and cut into wedges
- Kale — 1 bunch — stemmed and chopped
- Olive oil — 2 tbsp
- Salt and pepper — to taste
Preparation
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Step 1 — 🌡️🔥👉Preheat the oven to 425°F.
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Step 2 — 🌿🍖💪In a small bowl, mix the cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Rub the spice blend all over the pork tenderloin. Set aside at room temperature while you prep the other ingredients.
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Step 3 — 🍠🔥👌Arrange the sweet potato wedges on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes or until tender and golden brown.
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Step 4 — 🥬🔥🍳While the sweet potatoes are roasting, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chopped kale and cook, stirring occasionally, until charred and tender, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Step 5 — 🍖🔥🌡️In the same skillet, sear the pork tenderloin for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned. Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast until the pork is cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
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Step 6 — 🍖💤🕰️Let the pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
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Step 7 — 🍽️🍖🍠🥬Serve the spiced pork with the roasted sweet potatoes and charred kale.
A final fox tip
This recipe can also be made with chicken or beef instead of pork. For extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the spice blend. The roasted sweet potatoes and charred kale can also be served as a side dish for other meals. Kids can help mix the spice blend and arrange the sweet potatoes on the baking sheet.