Maple Balsamic Pork Tenderloin
Learn how to make the perfect maple balsamic pork tenderloin with this easy recipe. Tender, juicy, and restaurant-quality in just 25 minutes with overnight marinating.
Servings 6
Calories 358kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp healthy cooking fat or oil of your choice
- 2 pork tenderloins about 450g (16oz) each
For the marinade/sauce
- 2 dry shallots minced
- 2 large garlic cloves minced
- 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh thyme
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp salt I use Himalayan salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Make the marinade: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, olive oil, minced shallots, garlic, thyme, salt, pepper, and cayenne until well combined.
- Marinate the pork: Place pork tenderloins in a baking dish. Pour marinade over pork, turning to coat evenly. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight (minimum 6 hours).
- Prep for cooking: Remove pork from refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking. Preheat oven to 375°F. Remove pork from marinade, wiping down excess. Reserve marinade.
- Sear the pork: Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear tenderloins 2 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add marinade: Pour reserved marinade into skillet. Simmer 1 minute, spooning sauce over pork.
- Roast: Cover with foil and transfer to oven; roast for 15 minutes. Remove foil, baste with pan juices, and roast uncovered 5 more minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Rest and serve: Remove from oven, tent with foil, and rest 5 minutes. Slice into medallions and serve with pan sauce.
Notes
Temperature is key: Use a meat thermometer for perfect results. Pork is safe at 145°F.
Don't skip marinating: Overnight marinating is essential for flavor and tenderness.
Make extra sauce: Double the marinade recipe if you want extra sauce for sides.
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days. Reheat gently to avoid overcooking.
Nutrition
Calories: 358kcal | Carbohydrates: 22g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 557mg | Potassium: 707mg | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 85IU | Vitamin C: 2.8mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 1.9mg