Description
Classic oven-baked pork tenderloin emerges as a succulent centerpiece for home-cooked meals. Herbs and simple seasonings elevate this elegant protein, delivering restaurant-quality results you’ll savor with each tender, perfectly roasted slice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs (680 g) pork tenderloin (1–2 pieces)
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 2 tbsps honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp balsamic vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat the oven to a searing 400F (200C), creating an ideal roasting environment for the pork tenderloin.
- Meat Preparation: Meticulously remove the silvery membrane from the tenderloin, then pat dry with paper towels to guarantee optimal seasoning adherence and a delectable exterior.
- Spice Blend: Craft a flavor-packed mixture combining garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper, whisking thoroughly to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Seasoning: Coat the tenderloin with olive oil, then lavishly apply the spice blend, ensuring complete coverage for maximum flavor infusion.
- Roasting: Position the seasoned tenderloin centrally on a roasting pan and slide into the preheated oven. Roast for 20-25 minutes, targeting an internal temperature of 145F (63C) for perfectly succulent medium doneness.
- Resting: Extract the tenderloin from the oven and let it rest for 5-7 minutes, allowing internal juices to redistribute and create a mouthwatering, tender result.
Notes
- Moisture Mastery: Pat the pork tenderloin completely dry before seasoning to guarantee a crispy, golden-brown exterior that locks in delicious flavors.
- Temperature Precision: Use a meat thermometer to check internal temperature, avoiding overcooking that can turn the tenderloin tough and dry.
- Resting Ritual: Let the meat rest after cooking to allow juices to redistribute, ensuring each slice remains incredibly tender and juicy.
- Versatile Seasoning: Experiment with different herb and spice combinations to customize the flavor profile while maintaining the tenderloin’s delicate texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg