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Flavorful Rhubarb Sauce for Pork Tenderloin

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A quick and easy rhubarb sauce infused with fresh ginger and star anise that perfectly complements pork tenderloin with a balance of tart, sweet, and warming spices.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups rhubarb stalks, chopped (fresh and firm)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 2 whole star anise pods
  • ½ cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional: ground black pepper, a few cracks

Instructions

  1. Rinse 4 cups of rhubarb stalks and chop into ½-inch pieces.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine ½ cup water, sliced ginger, and 2 star anise pods. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat and infuse for about 5 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add the chopped rhubarb and ½ cup granulated sugar to the pot. Stir gently to combine.
  4. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Add a splash more water if the sauce looks too dry.
  5. Remove from heat. Take out the star anise pods and discard. Stir in 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice and a pinch of salt. Add black pepper if desired.
  6. Let the sauce cool for a few minutes before serving warm or at room temperature over cooked pork tenderloin.

Notes

Use firm, bright red rhubarb stalks for best flavor and color. Fresh ginger is preferred over powdered for a bright zing. Remove star anise pods before serving to avoid overpowering licorice flavor. Sauce tastes better after sitting for a few hours or overnight. For a smoother sauce, strain or pulse briefly in a blender. Can substitute star anise with cinnamon sticks or cloves. Adjust sugar and lemon juice to taste. Sauce freezes well for up to 3 months.

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