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Savory Honey Mustard Glazed Pork Tenderloin

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A quick and easy pork tenderloin recipe featuring a sweet and tangy honey mustard glaze, perfect for weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 to 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin, trimmed of silver skin
  • 1/4 cup honey (85 grams)
  • 1/4 cup Dijon mustard (60 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons whole grain mustard (30 grams), optional but recommended
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (15 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika, optional

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Trim the pork tenderloin of any silver skin or excess fat.
  3. Pat the tenderloin dry with paper towels.
  4. Season generously with kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and smoked paprika if using.
  5. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering hot.
  6. Add the pork tenderloin and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown all over.
  7. Meanwhile, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, and chopped thyme in a small mixing bowl.
  8. Brush the glaze generously all over the seared pork tenderloin.
  9. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, or until an instant-read meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 145°F (63°C).
  10. Halfway through roasting, baste the pork again with any glaze left in the pan.
  11. Remove from oven and tent loosely with aluminum foil. Let rest for 5-10 minutes.
  12. Slice the pork tenderloin into 1/2-inch thick medallions and drizzle with any pan juices or extra glaze before serving.

Notes

If glaze darkens too much in the oven, cover pork loosely with foil to avoid burning. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking. Rest the meat before slicing to keep it juicy. Honey can be substituted with pure maple syrup for a paleo-friendly option.

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