An easy, oven-finished pork tenderloin with a sweet and tangy maple Dijon glaze, perfect for weeknights or holiday dinners.
Author:zoe-thompson
Prep Time:10 min
Cook Time:25 min
Total Time:35 min
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Dinner
Method:Roasting
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 pork tenderloin (about 1.5 lbs)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat the pork tenderloin dry with paper towels. Season it evenly with salt and pepper.
Heat the olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork tenderloin on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side.
While the pork sears, whisk together the maple syrup, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, and minced garlic in a small bowl.
Pour the maple Dijon glaze over the pork tenderloin 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 of the pork registers 145°F (63°C).
Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Spoon any extra glaze from the pan over the sliced pork.
Notes
For a make-ahead option, you can prepare the glaze and have the pork seasoned and ready to go. Sear and roast when you’re ready to eat.
This recipe pairs well with roasted vegetables or a simple salad.
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