[Low Carb] NZ Almond Crusted Pork Steak

In a medium saucepan, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the leek and cook until tender, 3-4 minutes. Add the beans, the chicken-style stock powder, the butter and cook until bubbling, 3-5 minutes. Cover to keep warm.

Crush the roasted almonds in their sachet using a rolling pin or in a pestle and mortar until resembling fine crumbs. In a medium bowl, combine the pork loin steaks, the crushed almonds, the garlic & herb seasoning, a good drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper. Turn and press the pork to coat in the almond crumbs.

Heat a large frying pan over a medium heat with a drizzle of olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the pork steaks and cook until cooked through, 4-6 minutes each side (depending on thickness). Set aside on a plate to rest for 5 minutes. TIP: don't worry if some of the crumbs fall off, sprinkle them back on the pork when serving!

While the pork is resting, wipe the frying pan and return to a medium-high heat with a drizzle of olive oil. Add the green beans and cook, tossing regularly, until tender, 4-5 minutes. Add the garlic and the baby spinach leaves and cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Add a drizzle of white wine vinegar and season to taste.