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Savory Honey Garlic Pork Tenderloin

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A quick and easy pork tenderloin recipe featuring a sticky, savory-sweet honey garlic glaze that creates tender, juicy meat with a caramelized finish.

Ingredients

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  • 1 to 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin, trimmed of excess fat and silver skin
  • 1/4 cup honey (85g)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons light soy sauce (45ml)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar (15ml)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml)
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (for seasoning pork)
  • Optional garnishes: chopped green onions or sesame seeds

Instructions

  1. Trim the pork tenderloin of any silver skin or excess fat. Pat dry with paper towels. Season generously with freshly ground black pepper and about 1/2 teaspoon salt. (5 minutes)
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup honey, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, and minced garlic. Set aside. (3 minutes)
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a heavy-bottomed skillet or cast iron pan over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking. Lay the pork tenderloin in the pan and sear without moving for 3-4 minutes until deeply golden brown. Flip and sear the other side for another 3-4 minutes. (8 minutes)
  4. Lower heat to medium-low. Pour the honey garlic glaze over the pork and let it bubble gently. Baste the pork every minute or so, turning to coat all sides. Simmer for 10-12 minutes until glaze thickens and clings to the meat. (12 minutes)
  5. Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the tenderloin. When it reads 145°F (63°C), remove the pork from heat. (2 minutes)
  6. Transfer the pork to a cutting board, tent loosely with foil, and let rest for 5-7 minutes. (5-7 minutes)
  7. Slice the pork into 1/2 inch thick medallions. Spoon any extra glaze over the slices. Garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds if desired. (3 minutes)

Notes

If glaze gets too thick or starts to burn, add a splash of water or low-sodium chicken broth to loosen it. Do not cut pork before resting to retain juiciness. Use light soy sauce for balanced saltiness. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos. Optional: add red pepper flakes for heat or fresh herbs for aroma.

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