Pork Tenderloin with Orange Sauce
Elevate your dinner table with this succulent Pork Tenderloin with Orange Sauce, a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors that's sure to impress! The pork tenderloin is seared to golden perfection, then oven-roasted for a juicy, tender finish. The real star of this dish is the zesty orange sauce, made with freshly squeezed orange juice, fragrant orange zest, a touch of honey for sweetness, and a hint of soy sauce and ground ginger for depth. A simple cornstarch slurry thickens the sauce to a silky consistency, perfect for drizzling over perfectly sliced pork medallions. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve with roasted veggies, rice, or potatoes for a complete meal that’s bursting with flavor. A garnish of fresh parsley adds the finishing touch to this irresistible blend of citrus and savory notes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Pork tenderloin
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tsp Orange zest
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 1 tbsp Soy sauce
- 0.25 tsp Ground ginger
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch
- 2 tbsp Water
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Pat the pork tenderloin dry with paper towels and season it evenly with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork tenderloin on all sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Transfer the skillet with the pork tenderloin to the preheated oven. Roast for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Remove from the oven, cover loosely with foil, and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
While the pork is roasting, prepare the orange sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the orange juice, orange zest, honey, soy sauce, and ground ginger. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the mixture begins to simmer.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth, creating a slurry. Gradually whisk the slurry into the simmering orange sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat.
Slice the rested pork tenderloin into medallions. Drizzle the orange sauce over the pork and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
486 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.4 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2943 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.6 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.0 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 34 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 357 mg | 8% | |
*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.
