Description
Succulent classic oven-roasted pork tenderloin marries robust herbs with tender meat, creating a mouthwatering centerpiece for family dinners. Guests will savor each perfectly seasoned slice, experiencing a culinary journey of rich flavors and comforting home-style cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 pork tenderloin (700 g / 24.7 oz)
Vegetables:
- 3 onions, sliced
- 1 carrot, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Liquids and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 100 milliliters white wine or broth
- 250 milliliters broth
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F), preparing a robust cooking environment for the pork tenderloin.
- Generously season the entire surface of the pork with salt and pepper, ensuring comprehensive flavor coverage.
- Heat extra virgin olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering and hot.
- Carefully place the tenderloin in the skillet, searing each side for 2-3 minutes to develop a rich, golden-brown exterior that locks in moisture.
- Transfer the seared pork to a temporary plate, maintaining its heat and juiciness.
- In the same skillet, introduce sliced onions, garlic, and carrots, sautéing until they soften and caramelize slightly, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Deglaze the pan with white wine or broth, using a wooden spoon to scrape up the flavorful browned bits from the skillet’s bottom.
- Allow the liquid to reduce by half, then add remaining broth and bay leaf, creating a fragrant cooking liquid.
- Gently return the pork to the skillet, nestling it among the vegetables and sauce.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven, roasting for 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Remove from the oven and let the tenderloin rest for 3-5 minutes to redistribute its juices.
- Slice the pork and plate with the sautéed vegetables, drizzling the pan sauce over the top for maximum flavor.
Notes
- Avoid overcooking the pork tenderloin to maintain its juicy, tender texture by using a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature precisely.
- Create a flavor-packed marinade with herbs like rosemary or thyme before searing to enhance the meat’s natural taste and add depth to the dish.
- Substitute white wine with chicken broth or apple cider for a non-alcoholic version that still provides rich, complex flavor to the sauce and vegetables.
- Customize the dish for low-carb diets by replacing carrots with low-carb vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers, keeping the meal nutritious and diet-friendly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg