Pork Loin with Apple Compote
Pork Loin with Apple Compote is a classic European-inspired dish featuring tender, roasted pork loin slices topped with a sweet-tart apple compote. The compote is typically made from apples, sugar, and warm spices like cinnamon or nutmeg, creating a harmonious balance of savory and sweet flavors.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein from the pork loin and moderate in carbohydrates from the apple compote. It provides essential nutrients like B vitamins, zinc, and potassium, with a typical serving containing approximately 400-500 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 42 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 14 g |
| Sodium | 650 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.8 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2 µg |
| Zinc | 3.5 mg |
| Selenium | 55 µg |
| Potassium | 620 mg |
| Phosphorus | 380 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 10 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.9 mg |
Per 1 serving (about 170 g pork + 80 g compote) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The pairing of pork and apples is a traditional culinary combination in many European cuisines, particularly in German, British, and Scandinavian cooking, where the fruit's acidity helps cut through the richness of the meat.
