Roasted Pork Tenderloin Recipe
Piercing the tenderloin all over with a fork and then searing it, produces a lovely crust and super flavorful, juicy, and tender meat. The quick prep makes this a perfect option for unexpected company or a hungry family.
Ingredients
- 1 tsp sea salt, or to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 2 Tbsp olive oil (extra light), or vegetable oil, or avocado oil**
- 1 1/2 lb pork tenderloin*
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F with the rack positioned in the middle.
- Trim the tenderloin of fat and any silver skin and pat dry with a paper towel. Pierce pork tenderloin all over with a fork and rub with 1 Tbsp oil.
- Combine your seasonings and sprinkle the dry rub onto the tenderloin, then use your hands to rub the spices into the tenderloin until evenly coated.
- Heat 1 Tbsp oil over med-high heat in a large oven-safe pan (cast iron or a Dutch oven will work). Once the oil is hot, add pork and brown on all sides (6 minutes total).
- Place in the oven and bake uncovered at 400°F for 13-15 min, flipping the tenderloin over halfway through baking. Bake until the center of the pork registers at least 150℉ then transfer to a cutting board and let meat rest for 5-10 min. Slice into medallions and serve.
Notes
*Pork tenderloin and pork loin are both lean cuts of meat, but they differ significantly in shape and size and should not be used interchangeably in recipes. Pork tenderloin is smaller and thinner, typically weighing between 1 to 1 1/2 pounds. In contrast, pork loin is larger, usually weighing between 2 to 5 pounds. For this recipe, you want to use pork tenderloin.
**Oil used should have a high smoke point. The smoke point of extra light olive oil is typically around 465°F while avocado oil is typically around 500°F.
***Pork tenderloin is very juicy and does not need a sauce, but it is also really good served with A1 or BBQ sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Roasted Pork Tenderloin Recipe
Serving Size
1 serving
Amount per Serving
Calories
180
% Daily Value*
Fat
9
g
14
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
13
%
Trans Fat
0.04
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
5
g
Cholesterol
74
mg
25
%
Sodium
447
mg
19
%
Potassium
459
mg
13
%
Carbohydrates
1
g
0
%
Fiber
0.2
g
1
%
Sugar
0.03
g
0
%
Protein
24
g
48
%
Vitamin A
10
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
0.1
mg
0
%
Calcium
14
mg
1
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
