| Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 30 mins | Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 246 | 16g | 4g | 8g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 3g | 2g | 23g | 0.1g |
Why I Love Italian Pork Steak with Sautéed Mushrooms
There’s something undeniable about the comfort of a dish that has been prepared with love and passion. This is why the Italian Pork Steak with Sautéed Mushrooms is one of my personal favorites. Inspired by my ranch-based upbringing in Montana and my insatiable desire for infusing new flavors into traditional recipes, I’m thrilled to share this dish with the world.
Cooking the Pork Steak with Sautéed Mushrooms
When cooking the Pork Steak with Sautéed Mushrooms, I’m transported back to the rustic charm of my childhood home, where heartwarming meals were never short of extraordinary. These delightful pork steaks cooked in a fragrant blend of herbs and seasonings, paired with the earthy flavors of sautéed mushrooms give the dish its unique and robust flavor profile. The white wine and chicken broth add a touch of sophistication to the dish, elevating it from a regular weeknight dinner to a feast fit for a gourmet.
Inspiration behind the Meal
Growing up in Montana, meat was a staple, and my exposure to various cuts and cooking techniques has indeed played a part in inspiring this Pork Steak with Sautéed Mushroom recipe. However, the heart of this dish is more in tune with the flavors and techniques I have learned from Italian cuisine. Renowned Italian celebrity chef, Gino D’Acampo, and his creative use of herbs and spices to enhance the natural flavors of meat, have been an inspiration for this recipe.
Even though my specialty dishes revolve around bison burgers, venison steaks, and huckleberry pies, I relish the opportunity to experiment with different culinary styles. A recipe like Pork Steak with Sautéed Mushrooms marries my love for hearty rancher style steaks with the rich, fragrant, and deep flavors of Italian fare.
There’s an undeniable satisfaction that comes from transforming a lineup of simple ingredients into a dish that’s nourishing, flavorsome, and deeply comforting.
In the end, it’s not just the taste that makes this dish special. It’s the memories it evokes, the cultural traditions it borrows from, and the love with which it is created.
What You’ll Need
- 6 pork steaks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 pound of fresh mushrooms, sliced
- 1/2 cup white wine
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Method
Step One
Season the 6 pork steaks with salt and black pepper to taste.
Step Two
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the seasoned pork steaks to the skillet. Sear each side of the pork steaks until they are nicely browned. Once browned, remove the steaks from the skillet and set them aside.
Step Three
In the same skillet, add 2 minced cloves of garlic and 1 large chopped onion. Sauté over medium heat until they become fragrant and the onions are translucent.
Step Four
Add in 1 pound of fresh, sliced mushrooms. Continue to sauté until the mushrooms have turned golden brown.
Step Five
Pour 1/2 cup of white wine into the skillet, and stir the ingredients to deglaze the skillet. Allow the wine to simmer and reduce by half.
Step Six
Stir in 1 tablespoon of fresh chopped parsley, 1/2 teaspoon of dried oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon of dried basil. Mix until the ingredients are well combined.
Step Seven
In a small bowl, whisk 1 tablespoon of all-purpose flour into 1 cup of chicken broth until no lumps remain. Pour this mixture into the skillet and stir well.
Step Eight
Return the pork steaks to the skillet, nestling them into the mushroom and onion mixture. Let everything simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the pork is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
Step Nine
Just before serving, stir in 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter to add a touch of richness to the sauce. Serve hot, garnished with additional fresh parsley if desired.
