Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
4 tbsp

sunflower oil

3.19 pound

pork

sliced into strips

2 unit

onions

diced

0.88 pound

button mushrooms

halved

4 tbsp

plain flour

6.19 cup

vegetable stock

6 unit

gherkins

sliced

0.88 cup

whipping cream

2 tbsp

dijon mustard

1 tbsp

parsley

to garnish

Step 1
~3 min

Heat sunflower oil in a pan.

Step 2
~3 min

Sear pork strips in batches for 3-4 minutes, seasoning as you go.

Step 3
~3 min

Remove pork and set aside.

Step 4
~3 min

Add diced onions and halved mushrooms to the pan.

Step 5
~3 min

Saute for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally and seasoning.

Step 6
~3 min

Sprinkle flour over the onion and mushroom mixture and mix well.

Step 7
~3 min

Deglaze the pan with vegetable stock, gradually pouring in the rest while stirring.

Step 8
~3 min

Return the pork to the pan.

Step 9
~3 min

Cook over low-medium heat for 10-15 minutes.

Step 10
~3 min

Stir in sliced gherkins, whipping cream, and Dijon mustard.

Step 11
~3 min

Cook for another 2-3 minutes.

Step 12
~3 min

Garnish with parsley before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Serve over egg noodles or rice.

Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce for extra depth of flavor.

For a richer sauce, use heavy cream.

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 ahead.

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 egg noodles, rice, or mashed potatoes.

A side of green beans or a simple salad complements the dish well.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Green Beans
Mashed Potatoes

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Russia

Cultural Significance

A classic comfort food dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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