Curried Pork Banana Casserole

Transport your taste buds to a world of bold, unexpected flavors with this Curried Pork Banana Casserole! Combining tender, spiced pork loin with the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and a creamy coconut curry sauce, this dish is a harmonious blend of savory and sweet. Thinly sliced potatoes create a layered casserole that bakes to perfection, with a golden, crispy top and sumptuous, flavorful filling. Offering a delightful balance of aromatic spices like curry powder, cumin, fresh ginger, and garlic, this casserole is a one-dish wonder that’s ideal for adventurous food lovers looking to elevate their dinner game. Perfect for a comforting yet exotic family meal, this dish comes together in just over an hour and is garnished with fresh cilantro for a vibrant finishing touch. Whether you're seeking something new or craving a satisfying casserole with a twist, Curried Pork Banana Casserole is a must-try standout!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams boneless pork loin
• 3 pieces ripe bananas
• 1 large yellow onion
• 3 pieces garlic cloves
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
• 2 tablespoons curry powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 400 milliliters coconut milk
• 250 milliliters chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 medium baking potatoes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 2

Trim any excess fat from the pork loin and cut it into small cubes, approximately 2-3 cm in size.

Step 3

Peel and finely dice the onion, garlic, and ginger.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and ginger, and sauté until fragrant and softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the curry powder and cumin, cooking for another minute to toast the spices.

Step 6

Add the pork cubes to the skillet and cook until they are just browned on the outside, about 5-6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Step 7

Peel and slice the bananas into 1 cm thick rounds. Peel the potatoes and slice them thinly, around 0.5 cm thickness.

Step 8

Grease a large casserole dish with a tiny bit of vegetable oil and layer the bottom with half of the sliced potatoes.

Step 9

Pour the pork and spice mixture over the potatoes, then layer the banana slices on top of the pork mixture.

Step 10

Pour the coconut milk and chicken broth evenly over the casserole, ensuring it just covers the layers.

Step 11

Top the casserole with the remaining potato slices, slightly overlapping them in a circular pattern if desired.

Step 12

Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes.

Step 13

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the top layer of potatoes is golden brown and tender.

Step 14

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.

Step 15

Serve hot and enjoy your unique Curried Pork Banana Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2134.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2374.9

Total Fat 99.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 29.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.8g
Cholesterol 395mg	0%
Sodium 7458.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 222.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.8g	0%
Total Sugars 82.3g
Protein 155.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 296.9mg	0%
Iron 21.2mg	0%
Potassium 6472.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.1%

Protein: 25.8%

Carbs: 37.1%