Sautéed Pork with Spiced Tomato Sauce

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-08 · Updated 2026-05-08

Tender pork medallions cooked in a vibrant tomato sauce seasoned with traditional regional spices for a comforting dinner. This mediterranean-inspired pork ready in about 30 minutes pairs olive oil, medium, finely diced onion, minced garlic cloves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, sliced into 1-inch medallions pork tenderloin
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium, finely diced onion
• 3, minced garlic cloves
• 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb sliced pork tenderloin medallions and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, then transfer to a plate.
2. Step 2: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add 1 finely diced medium onion and 3 minced garlic cloves. Sauté for 5 minutes until the onion is translucent and garlic is fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 14 oz canned diced tomatoes, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to the skillet. Stir well and simmer for 10 minutes until the sauce thickens and flavors meld.
4. Step 4: Return the pork medallions to the skillet, spoon sauce over them, and cook for 2 more minutes to reheat. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.