Quick Pan-Fried Pork Stroganoff

Steps

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1. 1
   Trim the sinews from the pork tenderloin and cut into even strips or thin slices.
   ≈1:16
2. 2
   Peel the pickled gherkins if desired, then cut into strips. Slice the onion and mushrooms.
   ≈1:47
3. 3
   Heat oil in a hot pan and quickly sear the pork strips until browned on the surface; remove and set aside.
   ≈2:06
4. 4
   In the same pan, quickly sauté the onion slices until lightly browned, then add the mushroom slices. Season with salt and pepper, and cook until the mushrooms are tender and release their juices.
   ≈3:09
5. 5
   Add the gherkin strips and toss briefly to warm through. Deglaze the pan with a splash of white wine or pickle juice, scraping up the flavorful browned bits.
   ≈4:27
6. 6
   Pour in the heavy cream and let it reduce slightly over gentle heat, creating small, thickened bubbles.
   ≈5:15
7. 7
   Return the seared pork to the pan, remove from heat, and stir in the crème fraîche until well combined.
   ≈5:36
8. 8
   Finish with a generous handful of finely chopped fresh dill stirred in at the last moment. Plate onto warm dishes and top each with a dollop of crème fraîche.
   ≈5:51