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Tender Garlic Herb Pork Tenderloin Recipe with Easy Apple Cider Glaze

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A quick and easy pork tenderloin recipe featuring a garlic herb rub and a sweet-tart apple cider glaze that creates a juicy, flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights or dinner parties.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin, trimmed of excess fat
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh thyme, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup apple cider (240 ml), preferably unfiltered
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork tenderloin dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix minced garlic, chopped rosemary, thyme, parsley, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Rub this mixture all over the pork, coating evenly. Let it sit at room temperature while preheating the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the pork and sear on all sides until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side. Avoid overcrowding the pan.
  3. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C), about 20-25 minutes depending on thickness. Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  4. While the pork rests, pour the apple cider into a small saucepan. Add brown sugar and Dijon mustard, then simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until reduced by half and syrupy. Remove from heat and stir in butter until melted and glossy. Add red pepper flakes if using.
  5. Slice the pork into ½-inch (1.25 cm) thick medallions. Drizzle generously with the warm apple cider glaze just before serving.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the pork reaches 145°F for perfect tenderness. Rest the meat for 10 minutes after roasting to keep it juicy. If glaze thickens too much, whisk in a splash of water to loosen. For dairy-free, substitute butter with plant-based alternative or omit. Optional red pepper flakes add heat. Apple cider can be swapped with pear juice or pomegranate juice for seasonal variations.

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