Nutrition Facts for Leftover pork in olive sauce

Leftover Pork in Olive Sauce

Transform your leftovers into a gourmet delight with this recipe for Leftover Pork in Olive Sauce! Perfectly designed to reduce food waste while elevating weeknight dinners, this quick and flavorful dish combines tender pieces of leftover pork with a rich and savory olive sauce. Made with green olives, aromatic garlic, and a hint of tomato paste, the sauce is infused with Mediterranean-inspired spices like oregano and paprika, creating a harmonious balance of tangy and smoky flavors. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the luscious sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy and versatile recipe brings new life to leftovers, making it a must-try for busy home cooks seeking bold flavors with minimal effort.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100
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Prep Time:10 mins
Cook Time:20 mins
Total Time:30 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Leftover cooked pork
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 2 large Garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 small Onion, finely diced
  • 1 cup Chicken or vegetable stock
  • 0.5 cup Green olives, pitted and sliced
  • 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
  • 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
  • 4 servings Cooked rice or bread (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the leftover pork into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and diced onion to the skillet and sauté until softened and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste, oregano, and paprika, cooking for 1 minute to allow the flavors to develop.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken or vegetable stock, stirring to combine with the tomato paste mixture.

Step 6

Add the sliced green olives and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.

Step 7

Season the sauce with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 8

Add the leftover pork to the skillet, stirring to coat the meat in the olive sauce. Allow to simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the pork is warmed through and the sauce has slightly thickened.

Step 9

Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Step 10

Serve hot over cooked rice or alongside crusty bread to soak up the sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (1300.1g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 2134.7
Total Fat 112.0g 0%
Saturated Fat 31.1g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 419.0mg 0%
Sodium 3551.0mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 129.4g 0%
Dietary Fiber 11.6g 0%
Total Sugars 3.1g
Protein 144.2g 0%
Vitamin D 0IU 0%
Calcium 275.8mg 0%
Iron 10.1mg 0%
Potassium 2524.6mg 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: 47.9%
Protein: 27.4%
Carbs: 24.6%