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How to Make Brown Sugar and Balsamic Glazed Pork Tenderloin - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to cooking an impressive and delicious dinner, few dishes can rival the flavor and simplicity of a perfectly glazed pork tenderloin. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal prep work, this Brown Sugar and Balsamic Glazed Pork Tenderloin recipe is a perfect option for any occasion, from a casual weeknight dinner to a special celebration.

The combination of sweet brown sugar and tangy balsamic vinegar creates a mouthwatering glaze that perfectly complements the tend...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup water
  • ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground sage
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 2 (1 1/2 pound) pork tenderloins
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, or as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 55 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Combine brown sugar, water, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, and cornstarch in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture thickens, 4 to 6 minutes. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking sheet.
  • Combine garlic, sage, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Rub garlic mixture over pork tenderloins.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Arrange tenderloins in the skillet and brown evenly, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer pork to the prepared baking sheet and brush with the balsamic glaze.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Turn pork, brush again with glaze, and continue cooking until pork is slightly pink in the center, about 20 minutes more, or until desired doneness. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
  • Remove tenderloin to a platter. Allow to rest for 10 minutes. Drizzle a little extra glaze over the top. Carve and serve with remaining glaze on the side.

    • Nutrition

    228 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 74mg
    • Sodium: 508mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 15g
    • Protein: 27g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 25mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 462mg

    Categories

    Glazed recipes
    Pork recipes
    Tenderloin recipes
    Brown sugar recipes
    Balsamic recipes