Saucy Pork and Peppers

Ingredients

Marinade:

• 2 fresh limes
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1 tsp. oregano leaves
• 1/2 tsp. thyme
• dash cayenne pepper
• 4 cloves, garlic, crushed
• 2 to 3 fresh parsley sprigs
• 1 bay leaf

Pork and Vegetables:

• 1 lb. pork tenderloin, trimmed and cut into 1 inch cubes
• 1 Tbsp. olive oil
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• 1 tsp. brown sugar
• 2 medium-sized onions, each cut into 8 pieces
• 2 medium-sized tomatoes, each cut into 8 pieces and seeded
• 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 8 pieces
• 1 large green pepper, cut into 8 pieces

Directions

Marinade: Squeeze juice from limes, reserving peel. In a blender, combine all marinade ingredients including lime peel; blend well. Place pork cubes in plastic bag or non-metal bowl.

Pour marinade mixture over pork, turning to coat. Seal bag or cover dish; marinate at least 2 hours or overnight in refrigerator, turning pork several times. Remove pork from marinade, reserving marinade. Drain pork well. Heat oil in large skillet over high heat. Add brown sugar; stir about 5 minutes or until pork is browned. Reduce heat to low. Add onions, tomatoes, peppers, and reserved marinade. Simmer 10 to 15 minutes or until pork is tender. Serves 4.

By Robin from Washington, IA