Spanish Style Grilled Marinated Pork Recipe Card
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Spanish Style Grilled Marinated Pork Recipe Card
Description
The dish features pork loin sliced very thin and marinated overnight in olive oil combined with pungent oregano, smoked paprika, crushed red pepper for heat, and salt, emphasizing traditional Spanish flavors. The marinade infuses the pork with spice and smokiness while tenderizing it.
The cooking method is rapid pan-frying or grilling "a la plancha," where the thin pork slices are cooked over high heat briefly to develop a flavorful sear while remaining juicy. This technique preserves the meat's tenderness due to the short cooking time. Serving the pork slices over mixed greens introduces freshness and balance, complemented by toasted French bread, which adds a toasty textural element.
The recipe also suggests substituting beef or chicken if preferred, offering versatility. It highlights simple ingredients and a classic approach to marinated grilled protein common in Spanish cuisine.
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork loin cut into ⅛" slices
- 1 tsp oregano
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper
- 4 Tbs olive oil
- ½ tsp kosher salt (paleo diet: sea salt)
- 3 tsp paprika Spanish smoked type is best
Add mixed greens for garnish
Instructions
- In a glass bowl mix all the ingredients except for the pork and greens.
- Place in a freezer bag or glass bowl and add the sliced pork loin. Refrigerate for 24 hours.
- To cook: Heat some olive oil in a large skillet and quickly fry the pork slices, This is the "a la plancha" method or quick frying over high heat. You can also grill over fire or "al carbon" on your outdoor grill. A minute or 2 on each side over high heat on the grill will be enough since the slices are very thin. Serve atop mixed greens. You can accompany this dish with toasted French bread.
Notes
- Pork loin thinly sliced allows quick cooking and absorbs marinade flavor thoroughly.
- Substitute beef or chicken if desired for variation in protein.
- Marinate for 24 hours to ensure depth of flavor before cooking.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 93 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 93kcal | 5% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 23mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 117mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 154mg | 3% |
| Vitamin A | 310IU | 6% |
| Calcium | 5mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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