Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1.25 pound

pork tenderloin

cut into chunks

7 unit

russet potatoes

pre-cooked, peeled, chopped

1 unit

green pepper

cleaned, chopped

1 unit

sweet onion

cleaned, chopped

3 cup

water

2 tsp

oregano

2.5 tsp

garlic powder

1 tsp

rosemary

0.5 tsp

black pepper

ground

2.25 tsp

salt

2 tsp

sugar

1 tsp

tomato paste

32 ounce

chopped tomatoes

canned, ripe

3 tbsp

olive oil

Step 1
~9 min

Cut the pork tenderloin into big chunks.

Step 2
~9 min

Pre-cook the potatoes in a microwave, then peel and coarsely chop them.

Step 3
~9 min

Clean and coarsely chop the green pepper and sweet onion.

Step 4
~9 min

Combine the pork, potatoes (either pre-cooked chunks or raw), green pepper, sweet onion, water, oregano, garlic powder, rosemary, black pepper, salt, sugar (or tomato paste), and chopped tomatoes in a large soup pot with a lid.

Step 5
~9 min

Heat the pot on medium heat on the stovetop.

Step 6
~9 min

Cook it just below medium for about 1 hour and a half, or until the meat is tender.

Step 7
~9 min

Check the meat with a cooking spoon to ensure it's tender.

Step 8
~9 min

If potatoes were added at the start, they will fall apart and thicken the broth.

Step 9
~9 min

If potatoes were not added initially, add the pre-cooked potato chunks to the soup during the last few minutes of cooking.

Step 10
~9 min

Conduct final seasoning to taste with spoonfuls of tomato paste or sugar.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add other vegetables like carrots or celery for more flavor.

Use bone-in pork for a richer broth.

Adjust seasonings to your liking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread for dipping.

Top with a dollop of Greek yogurt or sour cream.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Greek Salad
Feta cheese

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Greece

Cultural Significance

Traditionally eaten during Greek New Year celebrations, symbolizing prosperity and good fortune.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

New Year's Day

Occasion Tags

New Year's
Family dinner
Winter meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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