Asian-Inspired Pork Fillet by Marc Pugh
Prep time: 15 mins
Cooking time: 45 mins
Not Too Tricky
Serves:
4
Energy
2532kj
605kcal
One Pan Pesto Pork Pasta
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Our 6 ingredient Italian one pan pork dish is great for pork and pasta lovers alike. Save on washing up, plus you’ll love the great dried pasta hack too.
This recipe is part of our budget-friendly collection, made up of recipes that will feed a family for under £1.50 a portion*.
Prep time: 8-10 mins
Cook time: 20-23 mins
Serves: 4
Cooking Skill: Easy
Ingredients
4 lean pork loin steaks, fat removed or 4 pork shoulder steaks, cut into 1cm strips
150g frozen or fresh broccoli florets
1 x 190g jar prepared pesto (red or green)
250g dried pasta shapes, e.g. penne or twists
600ml hot water
25g hard cheese, grated (we used Cheddar)
Method
Step 1
Season the pork strips and transfer to a large non-stick lidded heatproof pan.
Step 2
Add the broccoli, half the pesto, pasta shapes and water. Stir gently to incorporate and bring to the boil.
Step 3
Cover, reduce the heat and simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the pasta is cooked. Stir through the remaining pesto.
Step 4
Sprinkle over the cheese. Pop under a preheated moderate grill for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
Step 5
Set aside and leave to stand for 2-3 minutes before serving with a seasonal salad and crusty bread.
Tips and Serving Suggestions
Use whatever vegetables your family prefers.
*Cost per serving based on proportion of ingredients used to make the dish. Total cost of ingredients calculated based on average price across four British supermarkets. Prices correct as of 03.08.23; but are subject to change due to fluctuations in ingredient prices.
Each serving provides
Based on pork loin steaks
30%
Fat
29.8g
43%
Saturates
6.2g
31%
Sugars
3.1g
3%
Salt
1.2g
21%
% of an adult's Reference intake
Typical energy values per 100g:
677kJ,
162kcal,
8g fat,
1.7g saturates
Each serving provides:
36.4g Protein,
46g Carbohydrate,
2.9g Fibre
If different cuts of meat are used, then the nutrition info may vary
Method
Step 1
Season the pork strips and transfer to a large non-stick lidded heatproof pan.
Step 2
Add the broccoli, half the pesto, pasta shapes and water. Stir gently to incorporate and bring to the boil.
Step 3
Cover, reduce the heat and simmer gently for 15-20 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the pasta is cooked. Stir through the remaining pesto.
Step 4
Sprinkle over the cheese. Pop under a preheated moderate grill for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
Step 5
Set aside and leave to stand for 2-3 minutes before serving with a seasonal salad and crusty bread.
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