Description
A delectable pork tenderloin coated in a rich maple glaze that balances sweetness and savory flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Pork Tenderloin
- 1 Onion, chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 cups Seasonal Vegetables (such as carrots, zucchini, or asparagus)
- 1 tsp Fresh Thyme or Rosemary
- Salt and Black Pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup Maple Syrup
- 1/2 cup Broth or Heavy Cream (as needed)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the pork tenderloin dry with paper towels and season with salt and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear the pork for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove the pork and add chopped onion to the skillet; sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute.
- Pour in maple syrup, scraping up any brown bits from the skillet.
- Return the pork to the skillet, spooning the glaze over it and adding fresh herbs.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for about 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Let pork rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
- Slice the pork into medallions and drizzle with remaining glaze. Serve with seasonal veggies.
Notes
For added flavor, consider experimenting with spices or serving with a variety of seasonal vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: pork tenderloin, maple glaze, savory, sweet, easy recipe