Medaglioni di maiale avvolti nella pancetta

Ingredienti

• 1 pork tenderloin (cut into about 8 to 10 portions that 2" thick)
• 8-10 slices thick-cut bacon
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika

Preparazione

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

2. 2

   In a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat, cook the bacon strips until about half-cooked.

3. 3

   Mix all the Spice Rub ingredients in a small bowl.

4. 4

   Rub the spice mixture onto the pork tenderloin BEFORE cutting it into medallions.

5. 5

   Wrap each medallion in a piece of bacon and secure it with a toothpick.

6. 6

   Place a seasoned cast-iron skillet over high heat and once hot, add the pork medallions and cook on both sides until browned 3-4 minutes.

7. 7

   Spoon over a bit of the released bacon fat onto each medallion and transfer the skillet into the oven. Bake for 15-20 minutes.

8. 8

   Remove toothpicks before serving and sprinkle medallions with chopped fresh parsley.

9. 9

   Serve!