Juicy Pork Tenderloin

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Simple roasted pork tenderloin recipe featuring a homemade sweet and savory spice rub. Ready in 45 minutes for a perfect weeknight dinner.

Clare Greco
Updated on Mon, 20 Jan 2025 16:16:02 GMT
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My juicy pork tenderloin brings perfect dinner magic every time. Special rub sweet glaze makes dry pork history. Quick easy recipe works any night makes everyone happy.

Pure Magic

Perfect spice blend quick cooking keeps all juice inside. Little barbecue sauce makes extra special good. Family asks this one again again.

What You Need

  • Pork: Nice tenderloin cleaned up good.
  • Sugar: Brown sugar adds sweet touch.
  • Salt: Kosher makes flavors pop.
  • Garlic: Powder brings savory nice.
  • Onion: Powder adds deep flavor.
  • Paprika: Makes color smoky good.
  • Pepper: Black gives gentle spice.
  • Chili: Powder brings mild heat.
  • Oil: Olive keeps everything juicy.
  • Sauce: BBQ makes sweet glaze nice.

Let's Cook

First Heat
Oven four hundred gets ready right.
Clean Up
Trim pork makes looking pretty nice.
Mix Spices
All seasonings together rub good.
Oil Time
Little oil helps spices stick nice.
Roast Now
Twenty five minutes check temp good.
Rest Glaze
Five minutes sauce makes perfect end.
Serve Up
Slice pretty serve while warm nice.

Stay Juicy

Watch temperature close keeps meat perfect moist. Little rest time makes every bite tender good.

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Change It Up

Try different spices make it yours special. More heat smoky flavor both work nice.

Perfect Partners

Serve with veggies potatoes fresh salad good. Bread soaks juices makes meal complete nice.

Save Some

Keeps three days fridge wrapped tight good. Warm gentle keeps meat still juicy nice.

Work Ahead

Mix spices early saves time later good. Rub meat few hours makes flavor deep nice.

Good For You

Lean protein low fat makes healthy dinner. Still tastes rich satisfying everyone happy.

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Cook Right

Thermometer makes perfect meat every time. Not too much not too little just right.

Glaze Tips

Pick favorite sauce brush end cooking good. Makes sweet sticky coating everyone loves.

No Gluten

Naturally gluten free makes everyone happy. Check sauce labels keeps everything safe.

Company Good

Perfect guests looks fancy tastes amazing. Wine beer both make dinner special nice.

Extra Sauce

Apple chutney mustard cream both work good. Different sauces make new meal every time.

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Heat Level

More spice less spice makes your way right. Everyone gets dinner they love best.

Different Ways

Grill stovetop both work just fine too. Little sear makes extra flavor good.

Next Day Magic

Leftover meat makes great new meals good. Sandwiches salads tacos all work nice.

Right Cut

Tenderloin cooks quick stays tender nice. Different than loin needs different time good.

Pure Love

This recipe brings perfect pork every time. Simple steps big flavor makes everyone happy.

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Frequently Asked Questions

→ What is silver skin and why remove it?

Silver skin is a tough membrane on pork tenderloin that becomes chewy when cooked. Remove it before cooking for the most tender result.

→ Why let meat rest after cooking?

Resting allows juices to redistribute through the meat. Cutting too soon causes juices to run out, resulting in drier meat.

→ Can I make this on the grill?

Yes, grill over medium-high heat for about 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally until internal temperature reaches 150°F.

→ How do I know it's done?

Use a meat thermometer to check internal temperature reaches 150°F. The meat will rise to 160°F while resting.

→ Can I prep the rub ahead?

Mix the spice rub up to 24 hours ahead and store in an airtight container until ready to use.

Juicy Pork Tenderloin

A foolproof method for cooking tender, juicy pork tenderloin seasoned with a brown sugar spice rub and optional barbecue sauce.

Prep Time
10 Minutes
Cook Time
35 Minutes
Total Time
45 Minutes

Category: Hearty Mains

Difficulty: Easy

Cuisine: American

Yield: 6 Servings (6 servings)

Dietary: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free

Ingredients

01 1 pork tenderloin (1.5 pounds).
02 2 teaspoons brown sugar.
03 1 teaspoon salt.
04 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
05 1/4 teaspoon onion powder.
06 1/4 teaspoon paprika.
07 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
08 1/4 teaspoon chili powder.
09 1 tablespoon olive oil.
10 1/4 cup barbecue sauce (optional).

Instructions

Step 01

Heat oven to 400°F. Trim excess fat and silver skin from tenderloin.

Step 02

Mix spices and brown sugar. Rub all over pork, then drizzle with oil.

Step 03

Cook 25-35 minutes until internal temperature reaches 150°F.

Step 04

Brush with barbecue sauce if desired. Rest 5 minutes before slicing.

Notes

  1. Spice rub can be made 24 hours ahead.
  2. Let meat rest to keep juices inside.

Tools You'll Need

  • Roasting pan.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 190
  • Total Fat: 9 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 3 g
  • Protein: 24 g