SUGAR 'N' SPICE PORK TENDERLOIN FROM THE JAMES BEARD HOUSE

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Sugar 'n' Spice Pork Tenderloin from the James Beard House image

I took this from Leite's Culinaria http://www.leitesculinaria.com/recipes/jbh/sugar_pork.html (It is a part of a recipe by Neal Langermann of Georgia Brown Washington, DC.) He also includes a gravy and a succotash with the tenderloin and you can find those with the link above. Cooking time here includes brining time.

Provided by Chef Gruyegravere

Categories     Pork

Time 12h30m

Yield 1 tenderloin, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup water
4 tablespoons coarse salt
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 1/2 lbs pork tenderloin
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
3 whole star anise
1 tablespoon szechuan peppercorns
2 teaspoons coarse salt
1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • To brine the pork, combine all of the ingredients for the brine in deep bowl. Trim the pork tenderloin of all silverskin and place in the bowl. Cover and refrigerate for 12 hours.
  • To finish the pork, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon, star anise, Szechuan peppercorns, salt, and pepper in a spice or coffee grinder and process until ground to a powder.
  • Preheat the own to 350°F (175°C).
  • Remove the pork from the brine and pat dry.
  • Coat the pork with the spice mixture, pressing it on to form an even crust.
  • Heat the olive oil in an ovenproof pan and sear the pork on all sides. Place the pan in the oven and roast pork for about 20 minutes, or until the pork has reached the desired doneness.
  • To serve, carve the pork into 1/2-inch-thick slices.

Nnenna Emelda
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the pork always turns out perfect. I've even made it for company and they've all raved about it.


Dan Giesbrecht
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This recipe is amazing! The pork is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is the perfect complement. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Jhony Jhony
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I tried this recipe but the pork was a bit dry. I think I might have overcooked it. I'll try it again and cook it for a shorter amount of time.


Abdulai Abdulai K Kamaranho
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The pork is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is flavorful and tangy. I highly recommend this recipe!


irene makori
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This recipe was easy to follow and the pork turned out delicious! I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a hit with my guests.


Araceli Garcia
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I'm not a big fan of pork, but this recipe changed my mind! The sugar and spice rub really enhances the flavor of the meat, and the apple cider vinegar adds a nice tang. I will definitely be making this again.


Iram Usman
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This recipe is a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less sugar in the rub, or omitting it altogether.


Md Moklasur
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So good! I used a pork loin instead of a tenderloin, and it turned out great. I also added a little bit of brown sugar to the rub, and it gave the meat a nice caramelized crust.


Terry Makhoba
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I made this recipe last night, and it was fantastic! The pork was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful without being too sweet. I will definitely be making this again.


Usama Ch
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This pork tenderloin recipe is a keeper! The sugar and spice rub gives the meat a delicious flavor, and the apple cider vinegar adds a nice tang. I served it with roasted potatoes and green beans, and it was a hit with my family.