Port Wine Marinade Food

PORT WINE BALSAMIC FILET MIGNON

Port Wine Balsamic Filet Mignon image

Years ago, I studied abroad in the beautiful city of Florence, Italy. During my 6 months in Tuscany I didn't have one bad meal--even the gas station food was something special. One evening my friend and I decided to treat ourselves to a beautiful steak dinner (on our parents' dime might I add, "Thanks, Mom!"). When the filet mignon came to the table it was covered in a sauce so dark, thick and luscious it almost looked like dark chocolate. Maybe it was the vino I was drinking but after the first bite I cried, I actually cried. The flavors were everything I wanted in a dish--the perfect balance of buttery, acidic, sweet, savory and umami. It was in that moment that I knew I had to recreate this dish at home. After some research and several taste tests, I got it! Now this dish has become one of my husband's favorites and we enjoy it together every Valentine's Day. It's the perfect date night meal you are sure to enjoy!

Provided by Danielle Sepsy

Categories main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups ruby port
1/2 cup dry white wine
Two 8-ounce pieces filet mignon (tenderloin steak)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 to 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 sprigs fresh thyme
2 tablespoons quality balsamic vinegar
Microgreens, for serving
1 bunch very thin asparagus, tough ends removed
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 lemon
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

Bring the port and white wine to a boil in a medium saucepan, lower the heat and simmer until the liquid has reduced to 2/3 cup.
Sprinkle the steaks with salt and pepper and lightly dust with flour on both sides. Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add the oil and 1 tablespoon of the butter. When the oil is hot, add the steaks to the skillet and top them with a few sprigs of thyme (just to get the essence). Cook for 4 minutes per side, or until they are cooked to your liking (see Cook's Note).
Remove the steaks from the pan and set them aside on a plate to rest. Remove the thyme and discard. Add the wine reduction to the same skillet (do not clean the skillet) and bring to a simmer over medium heat, using a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits.
Add the balsamic vinegar and simmer until the sauce thickens enough to coat the back of the spoon, 2 to 5 minutes.
Turn off the heat and whisk in the remaining 2 tablespoons unsalted butter until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Pour the sauce over the steak and garnish with microgreens.
For the grilled asparagus: Toss the asparagus with 3 tablespoons olive oil, the juice from 1/2 a lemon and some salt and pepper. Heat a cast-iron grill pan over medium heat. When the pan is hot, grill the asparagus, turning occasionally, until it is tender and lightly charred, about 4 minutes. Season with more salt and a squeeze of lemon. Serve with the steak.

WINE AND GARLIC PORK (PORTUGUESE VINA DOSH)

Wine and Garlic Pork (Portuguese Vina Dosh) image

Ahh, 'Vina Dosh,' a Portuguese dish and tradition of my family during Christmas. It started getting passed down more than 80 years ago when my grandparents came to America from the Azore Islands! Easy to make, but lots of patience to wait for the marinade to make its magic. But, oh so worth the wait! As it was passed down to me, I share it with you. Serve with Portuguese Linguica, a pot of semi-sweet, bacon-laced baked beans, and some Portuguese sweet bread. Hawaiian sweet bread works in a pinch. You can use white wine or red wine in the marinade.

Provided by Cali-Chef

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Portuguese

Time P2DT40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 ½ cups red wine vinegar
¾ cup red wine
7 cloves garlic, crushed
3 bay leaves
8 whole cloves, or to taste
2 tablespoons ground black pepper
2 teaspoons salt
½ teaspoon dried thyme
1 (3 pound) boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

Whisk red wine vinegar, red wine, garlic, bay leaves, cloves, black pepper, salt, and thyme together in a bowl; pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add the pork, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator 2 to 4 days, turning occasionally.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Drain the pork, reserving 1/2 cup of marinade. Put pork and reserved marinade in a baking dish.
Bake in preheated oven until the pork is completely warmed, about 20 minutes. Drain as much liquid from the pork as possible.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Add the pork to the skillet in batches to prevent crowding; cook and stir in hot oil until completely browned and no longer pink in the center, 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.6 calories, Carbohydrate 6.4 g, Cholesterol 67.1 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 17.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 636.8 mg, Sugar 0.2 g

WINE MARINADE

Wine Marinade image

Mouth pleasing red wine marinade flavored with soy sauce, garlic, ginger and molasses. Use for pork, vegetables, or chicken.

Provided by sal

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Marinade Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

½ cup soy sauce
¼ cup red wine
3 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1 teaspoon molasses

Steps:

Mix together soy sauce, wine, sugar, garlic, ginger and molasses. Pour over meat and refrigerate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 48.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 1.4 g, Sodium 1203.6 mg, Sugar 7.3 g