How to Make Pork Tenderloin - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to cooking a delicious and satisfying meal, pork tenderloin is a go-to choice for many home cooks. This versatile cut of meat is lean, tender, and flavorful, making it a perfect option for a wide range of recipes. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a show-stopping dish for a special occasion, pork tenderloin is sure to impress.

One of the best things about pork tenderloin is its versatility. It can be prepared in a variety of ways, including ...

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup dry sherry
  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh ginger root, minced
  • 2 ½ pounds pork tenderloin
  • ⅛ teaspoon dry mustard powder, or to taste
  • ⅛ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ¾ cup apple jelly
  • 2 tablespoons dry sherry
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 9 hrs 10 mins
  • Servings: 10

  • Marinate the pork: Whisk sherry, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger together in a large glass baking dish.
  • Rub pork with mustard powder and thyme, then transfer to the bowl with marinade. Turn pork until well coated. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours to overnight.
  • When ready to cook the pork, preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Remove pork from the refrigerator and uncover; leave marinade in the dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, basting occasionally with the marinade, until pork is slightly pink in the center, 60 to 65 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
  • When the pork is almost finished, make the sauce: Heat apple jelly in a small saucepan over medium heat until warm. Stir in sherry and soy sauce, reduce the heat to low, and simmer gently until pork is ready.
  • Slice pork tenderloin and serve warm apple jelly sauce over top.
  • Nutrition

    220 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 74mg
    • Sodium: 872mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 18g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 13mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 498mg