Pork Fillets in Orange Sauce

Elevate your weeknight dinner with these succulent Pork Fillets in Orange Sauce—a dish that’s as elegant as it is easy to prepare. Tender pork fillets are seasoned and seared to golden perfection, then simmered in a vibrant, citrusy sauce made with freshly squeezed orange juice, aromatic zest, and just a hint of honey for natural sweetness. A touch of garlic and a splash of chicken stock round out the flavors, while a cornstarch slurry ensures the sauce achieves the perfect silky consistency. This 30-minute recipe is both quick and sophisticated, making it ideal for everything from casual family meals to dinner parties. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, these pork fillets pair beautifully with fluffy rice, creamy mashed potatoes, or crisp-steamed vegetables for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (about 150g each) Pork fillets
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 cup Orange juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 teaspoon Orange zest
• 0.5 cup Chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Season the pork fillets with salt and black pepper on both sides.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the pork fillets to the skillet and sear them for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to medium, and add the remaining olive oil and butter to the skillet.

Step 5

Sauté the minced garlic for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 6

Add the orange juice, orange zest, chicken stock, and honey to the skillet. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Slowly add the slurry to the skillet, stirring constantly to thicken the sauce.

Step 8

Return the pork fillets to the skillet, ensuring they are fully coated in the sauce. Simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the fillets are cooked through (internal temperature of 145°F/63°C).

Step 9

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Garnish the pork with chopped parsley and serve immediately. Pair with rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1044.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2159.3

Total Fat 138.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 600.6mg	0%
Sodium 2786.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.3g	0%
Total Sugars 45.0g
Protein 170.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 167.5mg	0%
Iron 8.5mg	0%
Potassium 2855.0mg	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: 58.1%

Protein: 31.8%

Carbs: 10.1%