Spicy Pork Baguette Bites

  Appetizers

Here's an interesting twist on mini cocktail sandwiches. Lime mayonnaise provides a cool counterpoint to the nicely spiced pork, and toasted baguette slices contribute the crunch.

Spicy Pork Baguette Bites

Average Rating: 4

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min. + marinating Bake: 20 min.
YIELD: 2 dozen.

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 pork tenderloin (1 pound)

  • LIME MAYONNAISE:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated lime zest
  • 1 French bread baguette (1 pound), sliced and toasted
  • Additional grated lime zest, optional

Instructions

  • 1. In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients; rub over tenderloin. Place in a large resealable plastic bag; seal and refrigerate overnight.
  • 2. Place tenderloin on a rack in a foil-lined shallow roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 20-30 minutes or until a thermometer reads 145°. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.
  • 3. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, lime juice and zest. Thinly slice pork; serve on toasted bread with a dollop of lime mayonnaise. Sprinkle with additional lime zest if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 appetizer: 137 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 12mg cholesterol, 195mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.

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