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THE BEST Garlic Pork Bites

Juicy seared pork cubes tossed in a rich garlic butter sauce for a quick, flavorful, and satisfying dish perfect for dinner or appetizers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pork Bites
  • 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin or pork loin cut into cubes
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp chili flakes optional
  • 6 garlic cloves minced
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp honey optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking sheet
  • Wire rack
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer

Method
 

  1. Pat pork cubes dry and season with salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, and chili flakes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear pork in batches until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Reduce heat and add butter to the skillet.
  5. Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  6. Return pork to skillet and toss in garlic butter sauce.
  7. Add lemon juice and honey if using, mix well.
  8. Top with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

Do not overcrowd pan for best sear. Fresh garlic gives best flavor.