JUICY BALSAMIC-GLAZED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH GARLIC AND THYME
I had fun playing in the kitchen last night, and I think I've come up with a real winner! It was VERY juicy, tender, slightly sweet and flavorful! And so easy to make! Hope you enjoy it as much as we did! *You can also use a small pork loin roast, also. **Don't be fooled by my lengthy directions, this is easy-peasy. I always just try to keep in mind that there are newbie cooks and try to help by describing everything I can to help.
Provided by Wildflour
Categories Pork
Time 45m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Trim any excess fat, and rinse pork under cold water, set on paper towels and pat dry.
- Season all sides with salt and pepper to your own taste.
- Heat oil in large frying pan over medium-high heat. Get the pan nice and hot!
- Place pork into pan, and brown/sear on all sides, don't forget the ends. About 2-3 minutes per sides, if your pan is very hot. Check so you don't burn it or under sear it.
- Remove pork from pan and set on a plate.
- Turn down heat to medium, and add the balsamic vinegar.
- Using a plastic spatula, scrape any bits off of the bottom of the pan, that's the good stuff!
- Stir in dark brown sugar (can sub regular brown sugar, but dark is better), using spatula and keep scraping the bottom and stirring the sauce constantly. Don't worry, it's very easy.
- Do this for about 2-3 minutes til sauce has reduced and is thickened a little. Just don't do it too long, because it still has to bake and you don't want to end up with burnt tar to roof your house with!
- Turn heat off.
- Place pork back into the skillet and turn several (4-5) times to coat/glaze all sides, ending with it bottom-side up.
- Sprinkle bottom side evenly with 1/4 teaspoons (half) the thyme, using your fingers crushing it as you sprinkle.
- Sprinkle with half the garlic powder, (1/4 teaspoons also).
- Place pork, newly seasoned-side down into (greased) shallow roasting or baking dish.
- Now season the top the same way.
- Pour remaining glaze over pork.
- Let rest 10 minutes, and keep re-glazing with the sauce in the pan. (Just tilt the pan and spoon it over.).
- Place in oven and roast for 30-35 minutes. (35 if slightly larger).
- Remove from oven, loosely cover with foil, and let rest for 10-15 minutes.
- This gives you time to heat up that corn or green beans!
- Remove pork from baking dish to platter, slice and plate.
- Stir pan juices and pour over slices. (Don't scrape the bottom or any super thick parts, though, just mostly the juices).
- And serve! :).
- *Tip: If wanting to serve roasted potato wedges with this, bake them right along with the roast (seperate dish!) for 45 minutes uncovered. It will all get done at the same time with the resting time of the pork! HTH! :).
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mark thompson
[email protected]This recipe was a disaster. The pork was overcooked and the glaze was burnt. I do not recommend this recipe.
chotu 420
[email protected]The pork was cooked perfectly, but the glaze was a bit bland. I would add more herbs and spices next time.
Crystal Rodriguez
[email protected]The recipe was easy to follow, but the glaze was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would reduce the amount of sugar next time.
Saad Abakura
[email protected]The pork was a bit dry, but the glaze was delicious. I think I would cook it for less time next time.
Anika Sultana
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family! The pork was cooked perfectly and the glaze was amazing. I will definitely be making this again.
Arianna Mazzocchio
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of pork tenderloin, but this recipe changed my mind. The meat was tender and juicy, and the glaze was flavorful and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Adrian Kruger
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the pork turned out perfectly. The glaze was delicious and I loved the combination of flavors.
Olwethu Kokoane
[email protected]I loved this recipe! The pork was so tender and juicy, and the glaze was the perfect combination of sweet and tangy. I will definitely be making this again.
thunder red
[email protected]This was a great recipe. The pork was tender and flavorful, and the glaze was delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Nigel Thiongo
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The pork tenderloin is always cooked perfectly and the glaze is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe.
Bandit the Bamboozle
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The pork tenderloin was incredibly juicy and tender, and the glaze was out of this world. I served it with mashed potatoes and roasted carrots, and it was a perfect meal.
Terri-Jean Ponnusami
[email protected]I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success. The pork was tender and juicy, and the glaze was flavorful and caramelized. I will definitely be making this again.
Humaira Mughal
[email protected]The pork tenderloin was cooked perfectly and the glaze was delicious. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a great meal.
ITx MAnTaL
[email protected]This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The pork was tender and flavorful, and the glaze was the perfect complement. I served it with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes, and it was a hit with everyone at the table.
Warren Kenney
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of pork tenderloin, but this recipe changed my mind. The glaze was amazing and the meat was cooked perfectly. I'll definitely be making this again.
Shandy Bonneau
[email protected]This pork tenderloin recipe was a hit with my family! The meat was so tender and juicy, and the glaze was flavorful and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.