Pork Medallions with Gravy
Pork Medallions with Gravy is a comforting main course featuring tender, pan-seared rounds of pork tenderloin served with a rich, savory pan sauce or gravy. The dish typically includes pork tenderloin, butter or oil, flour or cornstarch for thickening, and aromatics like onions, garlic, and herbs such as thyme or rosemary. It is a popular home-style dish in American and European cuisines, often served with mashed potatoes or noodles.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein from the pork and can be moderate in fat depending on the cut and gravy preparation, with carbohydrates primarily coming from any flour used to thicken the sauce. A typical serving provides significant B vitamins, zinc, and selenium, and generally ranges from 300 to 450 calories per serving.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 30 g |
| Carbs | 8 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 600 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Phosphorus | 280 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Zinc | 4 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2 mcg |
| Selenium | 35 mcg |
Per 1 serving (about 200 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The use of pork tenderloin, a lean and quick-cooking cut, makes this dish a weeknight-friendly option that doesn't sacrifice flavor. The gravy, often made from the fond (caramelized bits) left in the pan, is a classic technique to build deep, umami-rich flavor while minimizing waste.
