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Flavorful Brown Sugar Balsamic Pork Tenderloin

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A quick and easy pork tenderloin recipe featuring a sticky-sweet brown sugar and balsamic glaze that creates a juicy, caramelized crust perfect for weeknight dinners or dinner parties.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin, trimmed of excess fat
  • 1/3 cup packed brown sugar (light or dark)
  • 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt or sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, olive oil, salt, pepper, and chopped fresh thyme or rosemary if using until glossy and pourable.
  3. Trim the pork tenderloin by removing any silver skin or excess fat. Pat it dry with paper towels.
  4. Brush or spoon half the glaze all over the pork, coating it evenly. Reserve the rest for basting later.
  5. Place the pork on the baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes. Pull it out, baste with the remaining glaze, and return to the oven for another 10-15 minutes. Use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  6. Once done, tent the pork with foil and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing thinly.
  7. Slice and drizzle any pan juices or leftover glaze over the top before serving.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness at 145°F (63°C). Let the pork rest after roasting to retain juices. If glaze browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil during the second roasting phase. For gluten-free, ensure mustard is gluten-free and consider coconut sugar as a substitute for brown sugar.

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Keywords: pork tenderloin, brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, easy dinner, weeknight meal, glaze, roasted pork, sweet and tangy

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