Description
This Maple Dijon Pork Tenderloin features a delightful glaze that combines sweetness from maple syrup and tanginess from Dijon mustard, making it a perfect dish for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- ¼ cup (79 g) pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 pork tenderloin (about 1 ½ pounds, trimmed)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (204°C).
- Sauté minced garlic in olive oil for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Whisk maple syrup, Dijon mustard, Sriracha, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar in the saucepan until blended and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Pat tenderloin dry and rub spice mixture all over.
- Sear tenderloin in an oven-safe skillet until golden brown on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- Brush the tenderloin with most of the glaze; reserve some for later.
- Roast in the oven for 10-12 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Let the pork rest, then slice and serve with reserved glaze and parsley.
Notes
Avoid overcooking by using a meat thermometer.
Let ingredients come to room temperature before cooking for better flavor blending.
Experiment with spices in the glaze for unique variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg