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    Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Brown Sugar

    Aug 22, 2021 · 9 Comments

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    Roasted Pork Tenderloin is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside! This is a quick, healthy and easy way to prepare the best pork tenderloin. No marinating required! It’s delicious, gluten free and naturally low on carbs.

    Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Brown Sugar

    TAKES ONLY 30 MINUTES: Not only it’s unbelievably LOW IN CALORIES AND CARBS, but in only 30 minutes you get is a juicy, tender and delectable pork tenderloin. This delicious and easy recipe is uncomplicated enough for a quick weeknight dinner with the family, but will also be a hit at a dinner party.

    PAIR this roasted pork tenderloin with the delicious Creamy Garlic Potatoes or Warm Quinoa and Brussels Sprouts Salad for the ultimate dinner combination!

    Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Brown Sugar

    Ingredients you will need for roasted pork tenderloin

    If you want the overview of the ingredients, here’s what you’ll need:

    PORK TENDERLOIN: Use one pound of regular non-marinated tenderloin.

    BROWN SUGAR: I used dark brown sugar, which has a higher ratio of molasses to refined cane sugar, but you can use regular brown sugar as well. Dark brown sugar results in a MORE rich complex flavor which I prefer.

    GARLIC: Use fresh garlic and chop it up with a knife.

    ITALIAN SEASONING: I use Italian seasoning but you can use whatever you have — just make sure you love it. Herbs – I used Italian Seasoning, but Herbs de Provence is a good choice too.

    OLIVE OIL: Using olive oil for baking cuts down on “bad” cholesterol and saturated fat. It also adds extra antioxidants and vitamin E, giving your baked pork tenderloin a heart-healthy boost. I always use extra virgin olive oil.

    Roasted Pork Tenderloin on a plate

    Equipment needed

    OVEN PROOF SKILLET: I used cast iron pan to make this oven roasted tenderloin, but you can also use dutch oven. Both conduct heat very well and ensure even cooking that preserves moisture.
    SMALL PLATE: You will need it to prepare the topping for the tenderloin. Alternatively, you can also use a small bowl.
    PASTRY BRUSH: The brush will allow you to spread the topping evenly over the pork. You can also use a spoon.

    Brown Sugar, Garlic & Herb Mixture

    In a small plate prepare the herb mixture by mixing brown sugar, chopped garlic, Italian seasoning and coarse salt.

    Brown Sugar, Garlic & Herb Mixture

    Add OLIVE OIL and combine well with a whisk or a fork. I used a knife:).

    Brown sugar mixture for roasted pork tenderloin

    PLACE the pork tenderloin into the pan and make 5-6 incisions across the tenderloin.

    Raw pork tenderloin

    STUFF these incisions with Brown Sugar, Garlic and Herb Mixture: This will ensure that the amazing flavors of garlic, brown sugar and herbs will be spread throughout the tenderloin.

    Pork Tenderloin with brown sugar

    Lastly, using a PASTRY BRUSH, cover the tenderloin with the mixture on top and all sides, except the bottom.

    Pork Tenderloin covered with herbs and brown sugar

    ROAST at 350 F for approximately 30minutes, until internal cooking temperature reaches at least 145 F (for pink looking tenderloin) or 160 F (for white looking tenderloin). Remove from the oven and rest for 5 minutes. Slice and serve.

    How to not overcook pork tenderloin

    LEAN MEANS ACT FAST. Pork tenderloin is usually fairly lean, so it’s important to not overcook it. It can quickly turn from tender and juicy to dry and chewy, so check the internal temperature and remove the pork from the pan right away the meat registers 140 to 145 F in the thickest part of the meat.

    PINK IS OK. It’s perfectly normal and fine for the pork to be a little pink inside, as long as it has reached the correct temperature in the thickest part of the meat. To reach a white color inside, make sure the thermometer shows 155 F to 160 F.

    And that’s your Roasted Pork Tenderloin making its way onto your dinner weekly menu. Simple, isn’t it?

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    Roasted pork tenderloin with brown sugar
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    Baked Pork Tenderloin

    This Brown Sugar, Garlic and Herb Pork Tenderloin is juicy and tender on the inside, and with a sweet and garlicky crust on the outside, only 45 minutes from start to finish!
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time30 mins
    Total Time40 mins
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: baked tenderloin
    Servings: 4
    Author: Olya

    Ingredients

    • 1.4 lb. pork tenderloin

    Brown Sugar Garlic and Herb Mixture

    • 1.5 tablespoon olive oil
    • 4 garlic cloves, chopped
    • 2 tablespoon brown sugar
    • 2 teaspoon Herbs de Provence
    • 2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt, coarse

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 F.

    Brown Sugar, Garlic and Herb Mixture:

    • In a small plate prepare the herb mixture by mixing olive oil, chopped garlic, brown sugar, Herbs de Provence, Italian seasoning and salt.

    Prepping Tenderloin:

    • Place the tenderloin in the oven safe dish, such as cast iron, dutch oven or on a baking sheet. Make 5-6 incisions across the tenderloin.
    • Stuff these incisions with Brown Sugar, Garlic and Herb Mixture. This will ensure that the amazing flavors of garlic, brown sugar and herbs will be spread throughout the tenderloin.
    • Using a pastry brush cover the tenderloin with the remaining mixture on top and all sides, except the bottom.

    Roasting Tenderloin:

    • Roast at 350 F for approximately 30 minutes, until internal cooking temperature reaches at least 145 F (for pink looking tenderloin) or 160 F (for white looking tenderloin). Remove from the oven and rest for 5 minutes. Slice and serve.
    Nutrition Facts
    Baked Pork Tenderloin
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 267 Calories from Fat 90
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 10g15%
    Saturated Fat 2g13%
    Cholesterol 103mg34%
    Sodium 376mg16%
    Potassium 647mg18%
    Carbohydrates 7g2%
    Sugar 5g6%
    Protein 33g66%
    Vitamin A 35IU1%
    Vitamin C 1.2mg1%
    Calcium 44mg4%
    Iron 2.5mg14%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy only. This information comes from online calculators. Although whatsinthepan.com attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures are only estimates.

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    Comments

    1. Nancy says

      April 09, 2021 at 10:03 am

      Do you cover it to cook?

      Reply
      • Olya says

        April 10, 2021 at 1:10 pm

        I cooked it uncovered.

        Reply
    2. Jim says

      January 23, 2021 at 7:22 pm

      My wife and I loved the recipe. I added another tablespoon of brown sugar. Don’t forget to use the sauce in the cast iron skillet to make it extra juicy!

      Reply
    3. J. Hunter says

      January 22, 2021 at 9:02 pm

      Herbal flavour overpowering,

      Reply
    4. Christine says

      July 26, 2020 at 11:02 am

      I was disappointed in this recipe. Pork tenderloin is on the menu at my house often, but this recipe is not a keeper. Nonody liked it.

      Reply
    5. Christina says

      July 25, 2020 at 8:38 am

      Can I put cut potatoes in the dutch oven with the pork??

      Reply
      • Olya says

        July 25, 2020 at 4:44 pm

        There won’t be enough time for potatoes to cook together with the tenderloin.

        Reply
    6. Marsha says

      January 31, 2018 at 2:00 pm

      Can I cook two tenderloins together in the same amount of time? Both about 1 pound each.

      Reply
      • Olya at Whatsinthepan says

        January 31, 2018 at 3:12 pm

        Yes, same amount of time. Just check for desired doneness with the meat thermometer.

        Reply

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