Description
A succulent pork tenderloin dish that is glazed with a sweet and tangy pomegranate sauce, perfect for a special occasion or family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1–1.25 lbs pork tenderloin, trimmed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup pomegranate juice
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
- ¼ cup pomegranate seeds (for garnish)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the pork tenderloin dry with paper towels. Rub the entire surface with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper.
- Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork tenderloin on all sides until a deep golden-brown crust forms, approximately 2–3 minutes per side. Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, combine the pomegranate juice, honey, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, and cayenne pepper (if using). Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and simmer for 8–10 minutes, or until the glaze has reduced by approximately half and has thickened.
- Return the seared pork tenderloin to the skillet with the glaze. Spoon some of the glaze over the top of the pork. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.
- Roast the pork for 15–18 minutes, basting with the glaze halfway through the cooking time. The pork is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Remove the pork from the oven and allow it to rest for 5–10 minutes. Slice the tenderloin and drizzle with any remaining glaze.
- Garnish the sliced pork with fresh pomegranate seeds and chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the pork reaches the appropriate internal temperature for safety.
- Letting the pork rest is crucial for juiciness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg