Juicy Baked Pork Tenderloin: Your New Easy Dinner Hero
This juicy baked pork tenderloin is your answer for a quick, flavorful dinner, perfect for busy weeknights and impressing guests.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking Dish
- Mixing bowl
- Meat Thermometer
Ingredients
For the Rub
- 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar can be replaced with coconut sugar for a lower glycemic option.
- 2 teaspoons Paprika Substitution: smoked paprika for a deeper flavor.
- 2 teaspoons Garlic Powder Substitution: use fresh minced garlic for a stronger taste.
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning substitute with dried herbs like oregano and thyme if not available.
- 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to dietary needs (e.g., low-sodium alternatives).
- 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Optional: can omit for milder taste.
For the Pork
- 2 pounds Pork Tenderloins choose tenderloin over pork loin for best results.
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitution: avocado oil can be used for high heat cooking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
- Pat the pork tenderloins dry with paper towels and trim away any silver skin.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the tenderloins.
- Place the seasoned tenderloins in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil.
- Bake for 25-35 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Let the pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Optional: Serve with a sprinkle of fresh herbs for added flavor and color.
Nutrition
Serving: 1sliceCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg
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