Brown Sugared Pork Tenderloin
Tender, juicy, and packed with flavor, this Brown Sugared Pork Tenderloin recipe is a show-stopping dish that's as easy to make as it is delicious. Coated with a sweet and savory rub of brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, and dried thyme, the pork is seared to perfection for a caramelized crust before finishing in the oven with a tangy drizzle of apple cider vinegar. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, serving up to four people. The balance of sweetness and spice, along with the tender texture of the pork, makes it an excellent pairing with roasted vegetables, creamy mashed potatoes, or a fresh side salad. Elevate your dinner table with this simple yet elegant dish that’s sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Pork tenderloin
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat the pork tenderloins dry with a paper towel and place them on a clean cutting board.
In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper to create the seasoning rub.
Rub the olive oil evenly over the tenderloins, ensuring they are fully coated, and then generously apply the brown sugar mixture to all sides of the pork.
Heat a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork on all sides for about 2 minutes per side until a crust forms.
Drizzle the apple cider vinegar over the top of the tenderloins and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
Roast the pork for 18-22 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) when checked with a meat thermometer.
Remove the skillet from the oven and tent the tenderloins with aluminum foil. Let them rest for 5 minutes to reabsorb the juices.
Slice the pork into medallions and serve warm. Pair with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a crisp salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1630 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.1 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.9 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 617 mg | 206% | |
| Sodium | 5452 mg | 237% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.4 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.5 g | ||
| Protein | 224.2 g | 448% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 11.6 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 4352 mg | 93% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
