Week 19 - Mission Impossible Part I

A gift was given at Christmas that seemed impossible. It was a brown paper bag with a note attached. The note stated that I was to use 7 of the items in the bag to create a full meal. (main entree and 2 sides)

The ingredients consisted of:

1) Pinot Grigio (could be drank or used to cook with)

2) Chickpea crackers

3) Soy Sauce

4) Green Curry paste

5) Chardonnay Raisins

6) Bourbon Honey

7) Creole Mustard

8) Katsup

9) Chai Tea

10) Garlic infused Olive Oil

11) Maple flavored Balsamic Vinegar

12) Mystery spice

I chose to use green curry paste, soy sauce, chickpea crackers, honey, mustard, tea, olive oil, and mystery seasoning mix.

One often thinks of curry as yellow and used in Indian dishes. But there are other types. Red and green curry pastes are amazing. They have an Asian flare to them compared to their yellow counter part. Boasting such ingredients as chili's (red or green), garlic, ginger, and lemongrass to name a few. It can be used in soups, stews, and meats of choice. They basically are like a seasoning salt. Try it on whatever you like. Flavor your boxed mac n cheese, or try in place of sriracha. The options are endless!

The mystery seasoning mix was a mixture of salt, paprika, parsley, rosemary, and who knows what else my friend threw in there. You could also use a store bought pork rub, or a basic seasoning salt. Again, you are the one in charge. Do whatever you want!

The pork tenderloin was rubbed with the secret spice, green curry paste, soy sauce, brown sugar, and Chinese 5 spice. It was cooked in tin foil. Absolutely amazing!

Stay tuned next week to see how the rice and salad were made. And get the reviews!!!

Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Green Curry Paste