Amazing 15-Minute Balsamic Pork Tenderloin Taste
This recipe delivers a wonderfully juicy pork tenderloin coated in a bright, tangy balsamic glaze. Sasha brings her intuitive flair to create a simple, flavorful main dish perfect for sharing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting and Searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pork tenderloin (about 1 to 1.5 pounds)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the pork tenderloin dry with paper towels. Season generously all over with salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork for 2-3 minutes per side until nicely browned.
- While the pork sears, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic in a small bowl.
- Pour the balsamic mixture over the pork in the skillet.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Roast for 15-20 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 145°F (63°C).
- Remove the pork from the oven. Tent loosely with foil and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
- Pour the pan drippings and glaze from the skillet over the sliced pork before serving.
Notes
- Let the pork rest after cooking; this keeps the juices inside.
- You can substitute honey for brown sugar if you prefer.
- Anya suggests adding a sprig of fresh rosemary to the pan while roasting for extra aroma.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 ounces cooked pork with glaze
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
