Tender Pork Tenderloin Medallions in Dark Balsamic Onion Sauce with Parmesan Potatoes

Tender pork tenderloin medallions in a dark balsamic onion sauce with crispy Parmesan potatoes and green beans. This simple meat dish looks elegant, tastes incredibly juicy, and is perfect for a special family dinner.

The recipe is easy to make in the pan and the oven. The sweet and spicy onion sauce pairs perfectly with the tender pork tenderloin and crispy Parmesan potatoes.

Ingredients for 4 servings:

For the meat:
700 g pork tenderloin (1.5 lb)
Salt
Black pepper
1 tsp smoked paprika
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tbsp butter

For the dark onion sauce:
3 large onions
3 garlic cloves
1 tbsp butter
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp honey
2 tbsp dark balsamic cream
350 ml beef broth (1½ cups)
Salt
Black pepper

For the Parmesan potatoes:
1 kg small potatoes (2.2 lb)
3 tbsp olive oil
70 g Parmesan, finely grated (2.5 oz, approx. ¾ cup)
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp dried thyme
Salt
Black pepper

For the beans:
400 g green beans (14 oz)
1 tbsp butter
1 to 2 garlic cloves
1 tsp lemon juice
Salt
Black pepper