Pork tenderloin wrapped in speck with agretti
Ingredients
For the pork tenderloin:
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1 + 1/3 lb pork tenderloin (600 g)
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1 + 3/4 oz speck slices (50 g)
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2/3 oz honey Dijon mustard (20 g)
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Fresh thyme, to taste
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Fresh marjoram, to taste
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Extra virgin olive oil, as needed
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Fine salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
For the agretti:
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1 + 1/10 lb agretti (salsola soda), cleaned (500 g)
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1 garlic clove
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Extra virgin olive oil, as needed
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Fine salt, to taste
For serving:
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7 oz demi-glace (200 g)
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Fresh marjoram, to garnish
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Maldon salt, to taste
Instructions
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Clean the pork tenderloin by trimming off excess fat, then cut it into 4 medallions of about 5 + 1/3 oz each.
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Brush each medallion with a thin layer of honey Dijon mustard.
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Wrap each piece with a slice of speck and season with salt, pepper, thyme, and marjoram. Let rest at room temperature for 10 minutes.
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In a hot non-stick skillet, sear the medallions on all sides for 5–7 minutes until nicely browned.
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Transfer the medallions to a baking dish and roast in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for 25–30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 149°F (65°C).
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Meanwhile, trim and wash the agretti.
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Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a skillet with a garlic clove, then sauté the agretti with a pinch of salt for about 5 minutes, until tender.
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Once the pork is done, remove from the oven and brush again with a little mustard if desired.
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Plate the pork over the agretti, add a spoonful of demi-glace if using, and finish with fresh marjoram and a sprinkle of Maldon salt.