Description
Succulent honey garlic pork tenderloin delivers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, promising a delightful culinary experience. Tender meat glazed with golden honey and rich garlic promises a mouthwatering meal you’ll savor from first bite to last.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 lb (454 grams) pork tenderloin
Sauce and Seasoning:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) honey
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) Dijon mustard
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Cooking Ingredient:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a spacious oven-safe skillet for culinary artistry.
- Massage the pork tenderloin with a robust blend of salt and pepper, ensuring comprehensive seasoning across the entire surface.
- Ignite the skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat, creating a sizzling canvas for caramelization.
- Carefully position the seasoned tenderloin into the heated skillet, rotating methodically to achieve a golden-bronze exterior, approximately 2-3 minutes per surface.
- Craft the flavor-packed sauce by whisking together minced garlic, liquid honey, umami-rich soy sauce, and tangy Dijon mustard in a small mixing vessel.
- Cascade the vibrant sauce over the seared tenderloin, ensuring complete and luxurious coverage.
- Slide the skillet into the preheated oven, allowing the pork to roast for 15-20 minutes until the internal temperature reaches a perfect 145°F.
- Midway through roasting, baste the tenderloin with additional sauce to intensify flavor and moisture.
- Extract the skillet from the oven and permit the meat to rest gracefully for 5 minutes, allowing juices to redistribute.
- Slice the tenderloin strategically, drizzle with remaining pan sauce, and optional fresh thyme garnish for an elegant presentation.
Notes
- Ensure the pork tenderloin is at room temperature before cooking to guarantee even roasting and prevent tough meat.
- Use a meat thermometer for precise doneness, avoiding overcooking which can dry out the tender cut.
- Swap honey with maple syrup for a different flavor profile or to accommodate vegan preferences.
- For a low-carb version, replace soy sauce with coconut aminos and use sugar-free honey alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg