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    Roasted Pork Tenderloin

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    Roasted pork tenderloin is juicy, tender, and flavorful. This lean protein is seasoned and seared to perfection, then roasted until crisp on the outside, locking in all the natural juices inside. Plus, use the pan drippings to make a delicious sauce to drizzle on top. Pork tenderloins are a quick and easy dinner to make in just 30 minutes — for a delicious, stress-free holiday meal on special occasions or a go-to on busy weeknights when you are feeling extra fancy.

    Quick easy roasted pork tenderloin with sauce is juicy, tender, and flavorful. Ready in 30 minutes, it's perfect for busy weeknights or a holiday dinner. | aheadofthyme.com

    Why You’ll Love Roasted Pork Tenderloin

    • It’s quick and easy. This roasted pork tenderloin with sauce is ready in just 30 minutes (including prep!). Not only is it a low stress meal to serve on special occasions, but it's quick and easy enough to serve for dinner on busy weeknights.
    • Packed with flavor. For this baked pork tenderloin recipe, you’ll need a simple dry rub seasoning blend made of salt, pepper, garlic, paprika, ground cumin, and Italian seasoning. Plus, we pierce the tenderloins as a simple way to allow the seasoning to really set in without a long marinating time. The combination of these few ingredients and the piercing method result in phenomenal flavor in every bite.
    • A lean cut of meat. Pork tenderloin is a lean cut of meat that is low in fat and an excellent source of protein. It is also a great source of vitamins and minerals including B vitamins, potassium, and zinc.
    • The simple and tasty sauce. We’re not wasting those delicious pan drippings. In this juicy pork tenderloin recipe, you’ll add in ketchup, soy sauce, and wine to create a thin gravy-like sauce that compliments the pork so well.
    Quick easy roasted pork tenderloin with sauce is juicy, tender, and flavorful. Ready in 30 minutes, it's perfect for busy weeknights or a holiday dinner. | aheadofthyme.com

    Ingredient Notes

    To make this delicious and easy Roasted Pork Tenderloin, you will need the following ingredients (full quantities in recipe card below):

    • pork tenderloins
    • vegetable oil
    • seasoning - salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, ground cumin, and Italian seasoning.
    • sauce - the sauce is optional. You can make it in minutes using the pan drippings, wine (red or white), ketchup, soy sauce, salt, and pepper.

    You will also need measuring cups and spoons, an ovenproof frying pan such as a cast-iron skillet, and a meat thermometer.

    Quick easy roasted pork tenderloin with sauce is juicy, tender, and flavorful. Ready in 30 minutes, it's perfect for busy weeknights or a holiday dinner. | aheadofthyme.com

    How to Make the Best Roasted Pork Tenderloin

    1. Prep the pork tenderloins. Pat dry the tenderloins completely with a paper towel. Use a fork to prick the tenderloins all over. Rub 1 tablespoon oil evenly all over the tenderloins. In a small mixing bowl, mix together all the seasoning (salt, pepper, paprika, cumin, and Italian seasoning) until evenly combined. Generously rub the seasoning mixture over the tenderloins until evenly coated. Set aside.
    2. Sear. In a large ovenproof frying pan or cast-iron skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil until the hot oil sizzles, about 1 minute. Add in the tenderloins and sear until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes.
    3. Bake. Transfer the skillet into a 400F preheated oven and bake (uncovered) until fully cooked through, about 15 minutes. The internal temperature for the pork should reach 145F as read on a meat thermometer. Turn the tenderloins over halfway through baking to ensure even cooking.
    4. Make the sauce (optional). Add wine, ketchup, and soy sauce to the pan drippings. Mix well and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Make sure to loosen all the browned bits on the skillet with a spatula. Season the pan sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
    5. Serve. Once baked, transfer the cooked tenderloins onto a plate and let rest for 5-10 minutes. Slice and serve with the pan sauce (optional) drizzled on top.

    How to Cook Pork Tenderloin in the Instant Pot

    1. Turn on the Sauté function on high on the Instant Pot (pressure cooker) and sear the prepared and seasoned tenderloin until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
    2. Add ½ cup of chicken stock, wine, ketchup and soy sauce. Mix well. Seal the lid and turn the steam release knob to SEAL position. Pressure cook for 5 minutes. Once the time is up, quick release the remaining pressure by turning the steam release valve to the venting position. The internal temperature for the pork should reach 145F as read on a meat thermometer.
    3. Slice and serve with the pan sauce if desired. To thicken the pan sauce a bit, stir in 1 teaspoon cornstarch and cook the sauce in Sauté mode for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
    Quick easy roasted pork tenderloin with sauce is juicy, tender, and flavorful. Ready in 30 minutes, it's perfect for busy weeknights or a holiday dinner. | aheadofthyme.com

    How to Serve

    Serve roasted pork tenderloins with potatoes or rice. Some of my favorite side dishes to serve it with are:

    • The Best and Creamiest Mashed Potatoes
    • Roasted Garlic Parmesan Baby Potatoes
    • Coconut Rice
    • Green Beans
    • Brussels Sprouts
    • Garden Salad

    Storing and Reheating Instructions

    • How to store: Keep leftover baked pork tenderloin in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
    • How to freeze: You can freeze pork tenderloin either before or after you cook it. If freezing raw, I highly recommend pre-seasoning the pork then wrapping tightly with plastic cling wrap and placing in a freezer bag, trying to get as much of the air out as possible before sealing. Frozen raw pork is best cooked and eaten within 6 months but will remain safe for longer. Store cooked pork tenderloin in a freezer bag or airtight container for up to 2-3 months.
    • How to thaw: Thaw both raw or cooked frozen pork in the fridge overnight before cooking or reheating.
    • How to reheat: When reheating pork, you want to be mindful of not making it too dry. Coat your pork in sauce, pan drippings, or even a splash of water. Then, wrap loosely in aluminum foil, leaving room for air to circulate, and pinch the sides closed. Bake at 400F for 5-15 minutes (depending on how much you are reheating) until warmed through.
    Quick easy roasted pork tenderloin with sauce is juicy, tender, and flavorful. Ready in 30 minutes, it's perfect for busy weeknights or a holiday dinner. | aheadofthyme.com

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    Quick easy roasted pork tenderloin with sauce is juicy, tender, and flavorful. Ready in 30 minutes, it's perfect for busy weeknights or a holiday dinner. | aheadofthyme.com

    Roasted Pork Tenderloin


    • Author: Sam Hu | Ahead of Thyme
    • Total Time: 30 minutes
    • Yield: 6 servings
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    Quick easy roasted pork tenderloin with sauce is juicy, tender, and flavorful. Ready in 30 minutes, it's perfect for busy weeknights or a holiday dinner.


    Ingredients

    • 2 medium pork tenderloins (about 2 pounds)
    • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon paprika
    • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
    • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning

    For the sauce (optional):

    • pan drippings
    • 2 tablespoons red wine or white wine
    • 1 tablespoon ketchup
    • ½ tablespoon soy sauce
    • salt and pepper (to taste)

    Instructions

    1. Preheat the oven to 400 F.
    2. Pat dry the tenderloins completely with a paper towel. Use a fork to prick the tenderloins all over. Rub 1 tablespoon oil evenly all over the tenderloins.
    3. In a small mixing bowl, mix together all the seasoning (salt, pepper, paprika, cumin, and Italian seasoning) until evenly combined. Generously rub the seasoning mixture over the tenderloins until evenly coated. Set aside.
    4. In a large ovenproof or cast-iron skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon oil until the hot oil sizzles, about 1 minute. Add in the tenderloins and sear until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes.
    5. Transfer the skillet into the oven and bake (uncovered) until fully cooked through, about 15 minutes. The internal temperature for the pork should reach 145F as read on a meat thermometer. Turn the tenderloins over halfway through baking to ensure even cooking.
    6. Transfer the cooked tenderloins onto a plate and let rest for 5-10 minutes. Slice and serve with the pan sauce (optional).

    For the sauce:

    1. Add wine, ketchup, and soy sauce to the pan drippings. Mix well and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Make sure to loosen all the browned bits on the skillet with a spatula.
    2. Season the pan sauce with salt and pepper to taste and drizzle over the tenderloins.

    Notes

    Instant pot instructions: Turn on the Sauté function on high on the Instant Pot (pressure cooker) and sear the prepared and seasoned tenderloin until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Add ½ cup of chicken stock, wine, ketchup and soy sauce. Mix well. Seal the lid and turn the steam release knob to SEAL position. Pressure cook for 5 minutes. Once the time is up, quick release the remaining pressure by turning the steam release valve to the venting position. The internal temperature for the pork should reach 145F as read on a meat thermometer. Slice and serve with the pan sauce if desired. To thicken the pan sauce a bit, stir in 1 teaspoon cornstarch and cook the sauce in Sauté mode for 2-3 minutes until thickened.

    How to store: Keep leftover roasted pork tenderloin in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

    How to freeze: You can freeze pork tenderloin either before or after you cook it. If freezing raw, I highly recommend pre-seasoning the pork then wrapping tightly with plastic cling wrap and placing in a freezer bag, trying to get as much of the air out as possible before sealing. Frozen raw pork is best cooked and eaten within 6 months but will remain safe for longer. Store cooked pork tenderloin in a freezer bag or airtight container for up to 2-3 months.

    How to thaw: Thaw both raw or cooked frozen pork in the fridge overnight before cooking or reheating.

    How to reheat: When reheating pork, you want to be mindful of not making it too dry. Coat your pork in sauce, pan drippings, or even a splash of water. Then, wrap loosely in aluminum foil, leaving room for air to circulate, and pinch the sides closed. Bake at 400F for 5-15 minutes (depending on how much you are reheating) until warmed through.

    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Cook Time: 25 minutes
    • Category: Pork
    • Method: Oven
    • Cuisine: American

    Keywords: roasted pork tenderloin, how to cook pork tenderloin, baked pork tenderloin, pork tenderloin

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