Ingredients

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 1 (1 lb) pork tenderloin, trimmed and cut crosswise into 1/2-inch thick slices
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
  • 1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/4 cup dry sherry
  • 1/4 cup fat free chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon rind
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (low sodium)
  • 2 teaspoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onion

Method

  • In a small bowl, combine the first 3 ingredients; rub mixture evenly over pork.
  • Heat a large nonstick skillet over med-high heat; coat skillet with cooking spray.
  • Add in pork; cook 1 1/2 minutes on each side or until lightly browned; remove pork from pan and set aside.
  • Lower heat to medium; add in 2 tablespoons green onions, ginger, and garlic; cook and stir constantly for 2 minutes or until fragrant.
  • In a small bowl, combine sherry and the next 5 ingredients; add sherry mixture to skillet; bring to a boil, scraping pan to loosen browned bits.
  • Add pork back to skillet; cook 3 minutes or until pork is done.
  • Remove pork from pan using a slotted spoon; keep liquid in skillet.
  • In a small bowl, combine water and cornstarch, stirring with a whisk; add mixture to skillet; bring to a boil.
  • Cook 30 seconds or until slightly thick.
  • Serve sauce over pork; sprinkle with green onions.