Description
Succulent honey garlic pork tenderloin delivers a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors that dance across dinner plates. Home cooks can easily create this elegant main course with simple ingredients and minimal preparation, promising a memorable meal that delights family and guests alike.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 pound (1 lb) pork tenderloin
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasoning and Cooking Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare a zesty marinade by combining honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, olive oil, salt, and freshly ground black pepper in a mixing bowl.
- Transfer the pork tenderloin to a baking dish, thoroughly coating the meat with the aromatic honey-garlic mixture.
- Place the seasoned tenderloin in an oven preheated to 375F (190C), ensuring even distribution of the marinade.
- Roast the pork for approximately 25-30 minutes, monitoring the internal temperature until it reaches 145F (63C) for perfect doneness.
- Once cooked, remove the tenderloin from the oven and allow it to rest for 5 minutes, enabling the juices to redistribute throughout the meat.
- Slice the tenderloin diagonally and garnish with finely chopped green onions for a fresh, vibrant finish.
Notes
- Marinade Magic: Let the pork tenderloin soak in the honey garlic mixture for 30 minutes before cooking to intensify the flavor and tenderize the meat.
- Temperature Trick: Use a meat thermometer to ensure precise doneness, preventing overcooking that can make the pork dry and tough.
- Gluten-Free Adaptation: Swap regular soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos to make the recipe suitable for gluten-sensitive diners.
- Flavor Boost: Add a splash of rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar to the marinade for a subtle tangy undertone that complements the sweet honey and savory garlic.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg