Sweet and Spicy Pork Tenderloin
Tender, juicy, and bursting with bold flavor, this Sweet and Spicy Pork Tenderloin recipe is the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and subtly fiery notes. Featuring a luscious glaze made from brown sugar, honey, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar, this oven-roasted pork is elevated with smoked paprika, ground cumin, and chili flakes for a tantalizing kick. The pork is first seared to golden perfection and then roasted to achieve tender meat that practically melts in your mouth. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-skillet wonder is ideal for busy weeknights or elegant dinners alike. Garnish with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish, and serve with your favorite sides for a truly unforgettable meal. Keywords: sweet and spicy pork tenderloin, oven-roasted pork, pork tenderloin recipe, easy pork dinner, one-skillet recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork tenderloin
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Pat the pork tenderloin dry with paper towels and season it evenly with salt and black pepper.
In a small bowl, mix the smoked paprika, ground cumin, and chili flakes. Rub this spice mixture over the pork tenderloin to coat it evenly.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork tenderloin on all sides until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and minced garlic to make the glaze.
Pour the glaze over the seared pork tenderloin in the skillet. Use a spoon to baste the tenderloin with the glaze.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast the pork for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Baste the pork with the glaze every 5 minutes during roasting for extra flavor.
Once cooked, remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Slice the pork tenderloin into medallions and drizzle any remaining glaze from the skillet over the top.
Optionally, garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1154 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.6 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 308 mg | 103% | |
| Sodium | 5247 mg | 228% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.9 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.3 g | ||
| Protein | 115.9 g | 232% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 107 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2467 mg | 52% | |
*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.
