Caramelised Soy Pork Tenderloin
Elevate your dinner game with this irresistible Caramelised Soy Pork Tenderloin, a recipe that combines the tender juiciness of pork with a rich, umami-packed glaze. Marinated in a mouthwatering blend of soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, and fragrant ginger and garlic, the pork is seared to golden perfection before being roasted to a tender finish. A thickened soy glaze, made from the reserved marinade, coats each slice with a glossy caramelised shine, while a garnish of sliced green onions and sesame seeds adds freshness and crunch. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights yet elegant enough to impress at a dinner party. Pair it with steamed rice or roasted vegetables for a complete meal that bursts with flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g pork tenderloin
- 60 ml soy sauce
- 50 g brown sugar
- 15 ml honey
- 15 ml rice vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tbsp ginger
- 15 ml sesame oil
- 15 ml vegetable oil
- 5 g cornstarch
- 15 ml water
- 2 stalks green onions
- 5 g sesame seeds
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Trim any excess fat or silver skin from the pork tenderloin and pat dry with a paper towel.
Mince the garlic and grate the ginger.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil to create the marinade.
Place the pork tenderloin in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Make sure the pork is well-coated. Let it marinate for at least 20 minutes or up to 8 hours in the refrigerator for deeper flavor.
Heat the vegetable oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the pork from the marinade (reserving the marinade for later) and sear it on all sides until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
Transfer the skillet with the pork to the preheated oven and roast for 12-15 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 63°C (145°F).
While the pork is roasting, pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan. Bring it to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer.
In a separate small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to form a slurry. Gradually whisk the slurry into the simmering sauce, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens into a glossy glaze. Remove from heat.
Once the pork is cooked, remove it from the oven and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Brush the pork slices with the caramelised soy glaze and garnish with thinly sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Serve immediately with your favorite sides, such as steamed rice or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1256 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.8 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.2 g | 51% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 18.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 340 mg | 113% | |
| Sodium | 4057 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.7 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 62.1 g | ||
| Protein | 131.0 g | 262% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 129 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 7.7 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 2763 mg | 59% | |
*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.
