Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 medium apple, peeled and cut into 8 pieces
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon water
  • 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 teaspoons wasabi mustard
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 pork tenderloins (3/4 pound each), cut into 1-inch slices
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

Method

  • Place sweet potatoes and apple in a large saucepan with water to cover. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium; cover and cook just until tender, 10-12 minutes. Drain. Mash potatoes and apple. Add the next five ingredients; keep warm.
  • Stir water into cornstarch until smooth; add syrup, mustard, soy sauce and pepper. Add pork; stir to coat.
  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Brown pork. Add garlic; cook until meat is no longer pink, 3-5 minutes longer. Serve with sweet potatoes and pan juices.