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    Home » Real Food » Easy Pork Recipes

    Skillet Pork Tenderloin with Cabbage

    September 27, 2018 | By Kristen Chidsey | 8 Comments | *This post may include amazon links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Skillet Pork Tenderloin with Cabbage is an easy, one-pot pork and cabbage meal.  Tender pork tenderloin chops are pan-seared with mustard, cider, and cabbage for a quick and healthy dinner that is full of flavor and gluten-free and low carb. This pork tenderloin recipe is quick to make, yet absolutely delicious. The classic pairing of pork and cabbage with mustard and apple cider creates a mouth-watering meal that is ready in less than 30 minutes. 

    Skillet Pork Tenderloin with Cabbage is an easy, one-pot pork and cabbage meal.  Tender pork tenderloin chops are pan-seared with mustard, cider, and cabbage for a quick and healthy dinner that is full of flavor and gluten-free and low carb. 

    This pork tenderloin recipe is quick to make, yet absolutely delicious. The classic pairing of pork and cabbage with mustard and apple cider creates a mouth-watering meal that is ready in less than 30 minutes.

    Cast Iron t with Pork Tenderloin Pork Chops and cabbage next to cabbage

    I grew up in an area heavily influenced by Polish ancestors. And therefore, we ate a lot of pork with cabbage.

    I have to say the combination of tender savory pork with sharp, bitter cabbage is really perfect. The cabbage cuts through the pork and adds dimension to a pretty mild piece of meat.

    This skillet pork tenderloin with cabbage recipe is a quick version of a low and slow pork roast braised with cabbage.

    Instead of pork loin, pork tenderloin is used as it cooks up extremely quickly, making this meal a perfect recipe for busy weeknights.

    Key Ingredients

    This skillet meal is made with only a few ingredients, but they all work together to create a flavorful, sweet, and tangy dish.

    • Pork Tenderloin: There is a huge difference between pork loin and pork tenderloin. Even though both cuts of meat are from the same portion of a pig, how they are cut and cooked is extremely different. You can not substitute pork loin for pork tenderloin without adjusting cooking temperature and times drastically, so be sure to read the package of meat carefully. Pork tenderloins are long and skinny and typically come in a package of two tenderloins.
    • Cabbage: Green or red cabbage can be used. I like the combination of both to add color to the pork and cabbage dish.
    • Apple Cider: Apples and pork are a perfect pair. The apple cider helps to sweeten this dish and wilts down the cabbage as it cooks. Use regular apple cider, hard apple cider, or even apple juice.
    • Mustard: Grainy Dijon mustard adds a bit of texture and balance to the dish. Spicy brown mustard can be used in a bind.
    • Apple Cider Vinegar: Finishing this dish with a splash of vinegar really adds to the flavor of the dish, don't overlook this ingredient, but feel free to use white wine vinegar if that is all you have on hand.

    How To Pan Sear Pork Tenderloin

    Step One: Prepare Pork Tenderloin

    • Slather Pork Tenderloin in 1 tablespoon mustard and 1 teaspoon salt.
    • At this point, you can leave the pork in mustard marinade for up to 12 hours, but this is not necessary.
    • Slice pork into 1-inch medallions.

    Step Two: Sear Chops

    • Sear pork tenderloin 1-2 minutes per side, or until browned. Remove chops from skillet and place onto a clean plate.

    Step Three: Pan Fry Cabbage

    • Add cabbage and onion to skillet and saute for 3-4 minutes, or until cabbage begins to soften.
    • I like to use a mixture of green and purple cabbage for color, but just one variety of cabbage is fine.

    Step Four: Simmer Pork with Cabbage

    • Add in apple cider, remaining salt, remaining mustard, and bring to a simmer.
    • Add pork tenderloin slices back to the skillet, nestling in cabbage and cider. Simmer for 5 minutes.
    • Turn off heat and stir in apple cider vinegar.

    Temperature for Pork Tenderloin

    The USDA states that pork tenderloin is safe to eat at 145 degrees.

    For pan-fried pork tenderloin, cook until pork reaches 140 degrees and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. The pork tenderloin chops will reach 145 degrees by this time.

    More Pork Recipes

    • Instant Pot Pork Tacos
    • Honey Garlic Pork Chops
    • Balsamic Pork Tenderloin
    • Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin
    • Slow Cooker Apple Pork Roast
    • Grilled Pork Tenderloin
    Cast Iron Skillet with Seared Pork Tenderloin and cabbage

    Skillet Pork Tenderloin with Cabbage

    Tender pork tenderloin chops are pan seared with cabbage, mustard and cider for an easy, healthy, low carb pork tenderloin recipe
    5 from 10 votes
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: German
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 183kcal
    Author: Kristen Chidsey

    Ingredients

    • 1 pork tenderloin about 1 to 1 ¼ pounds
    • ½ tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt divided
    • 2 tablespoons stone ground mustard divided
    • 2 cups sliced cabbage
    • 1 onion thinly sliced
    • ⅔ cup apple cider
    • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
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    Instructions

    • Rub Pork Tenderloin in 1 tablespoon mustard and 1 teaspoon salt. 
    • Slice pork tenderloin into 1 inch medallions. 
    • Heat the oil in a heavy bottom skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat. 
    • Sear pork tenderloin 1-2 minutes per side, or until browned. Remove chops from skillet and place onto a clean plate. 
    • Add cabbage and onion to skillet and saute for 3-4 minutes, or until cabbage begins to soften. 
    • Add in apple cider, ½ teaspoon salt, remaining mustard and bring to a simmer. Add pork tenderloin slices back to the skillet, nestling in cabbage and cider. Simmer for 5 minutes. 
    • Turn off heat and stir in apple cider vinegar.  Serve immediately.

    Notes

    • Be sure to use pork tenderloin, not pork loin. 
    • Green or red or a combination of shredded cabbage can be used. 
    • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. 
    • Hard Apple Cider or apple juice may be used in place of regular apple cider. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 183kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 24g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 1024mg | Potassium: 555mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 35IU | Vitamin C: 13.2mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1.4mg
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    About Kristen Chidsey

    Hi, I am Kristen, creator of A Mind "Full" Mom. I believe that making a wholesome family meal does not need to be hard or expensive! I love nothing more than to share with you delicious solutions for your hungry family.

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    1. Jeff

      August 25, 2021 at 7:46 pm

      5 stars
      Took me right back to Octoberfest in Munich Germany. So good!

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      • Kristen Chidsey

        August 26, 2021 at 6:50 am

        YAY! So happy you enjoyed your "vacation" via dinner 🙂

        Reply
    2. Kathleen Carlin

      June 02, 2020 at 6:27 pm

      5 stars
      Really enjoyed this as did my very Polish wife. We went with a mix of apple cider vinegar and chicken stock instead of the straight apple cider, and used Dijon to slather the tenderloin and whole grain to add in to the cabbage. Definitely staying in our repertoire!!

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      • Kristen Chidsey

        June 03, 2020 at 7:10 am

        Hi Kathleen! I am so glad you enjoyed and thanks for taking the time to leave a review.

        Reply
    3. M Reagan

      November 12, 2019 at 11:38 am

      5 stars
      Great meal! This will be one we do again. Easy ingredients and prep and was really delicious. I served this with a baked sweet potato and it was a really good combo

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      • Kristen Chidsey

        November 12, 2019 at 2:58 pm

        I am so glad you enjoyed! And this would be great with a sweet potato.

        Reply
    4. Shadi Hasanzadenemati

      October 08, 2018 at 11:10 pm

      5 stars
      A delicious family meal, I can't wait to try cabbage this way, it looks so good!

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    5. Tisha

      October 08, 2018 at 10:49 pm

      5 stars
      Love a juicy pork tenderloin! The addition of cabbage is perfect for this dish!!!

      Reply

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