Here’s a simple and flavorful way to cook Pork Tenderloin — juicy, tender, and perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions 🥩
🥩 Oven-Roasted Pork Tenderloin
(Serves 4)
Ingredients
- 1–1.5 lb (450–680 g) pork tenderloin
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary or thyme (or fresh sprigs)
- Optional: 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard or honey for extra flavor
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2️⃣ Prepare Pork
- Pat the tenderloin dry.
- Rub with olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and herbs.
- Optional: brush with Dijon mustard or honey for a glaze.
3️⃣ Sear (Optional for Extra Flavor)
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear pork 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
4️⃣ Roast
- Transfer pork to an oven-safe dish (or leave in skillet if oven-safe).
- Roast 20–25 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
5️⃣ Rest
- Let the pork rest 5–10 minutes before slicing.
- Slice into medallions and serve.
💡 Tips
- Serve with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a light salad.
- For extra flavor, deglaze the pan with a splash of chicken broth or white wine to make a quick pan sauce.
- Pork tenderloin is lean, so avoid overcooking to keep it juicy.
If you want, I can also give a slow cooker pork tenderloin recipe that’s fall-apart tender and infused with garlic and herbs — perfect for minimal prep.
