Pecan Crusted Sliders
A quick recipe to prepare, slices of pork dipped in a nut mixture give these miniature sandwiches a crunchy texture. A fruity broccoli slaw tops them off.
Ingredients
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12 oz. pork tenderloin, sliced crosswise in 8 pieces
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1 egg
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2 Tbsp. honey
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1 cup finely chopped pecans
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2 Tbsp. cooking oil
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1 small green apple
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1-1/2 cups shredded broccoli (broccoli slaw)
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1/4 cup mayonnaise
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8 small buns or dinner rolls, split
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Dijon-style mustard (optional)
Directions
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With palm of hand flatten pork slices to 1/4 inch thickness. In shallow dish whisk together egg and 1 tablespoon of the honey. In another shallow dish combine chopped nuts, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper. Dip pork in egg mixture then nut mixture, pressing to coat.
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In 12-inch skillet heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook pork in hot oil 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until golden and slightly pink in centers.
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Meanwhile, for slaw, quarter apple, remove core and seeds; thinly slice. In bowl combine apple, shredded broccoli, mayonnaise, and 1 tablespoon honey. Season with salt and pepper. For sliders, place pork on buns or rolls; top with slaw. Pass mustard. Makes 4 servings (two sliders each).
Nutrition information
Calories 694, Total Fat 44 g, Saturated Fat 6 g, Monounsaturated Fat 15 g, Polyunsaturated Fat 19 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Sodium 1029 mg, Carbohydrate 49 g, Total Sugar 17 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 29 g. Daily Values: Vitamin C 49%, Calcium 15%, Iron 23%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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