Description
This Apple Butter Pork Tenderloin is a succulent dish that combines the sweetness of apple butter with the savory richness of tender pork. The roasted vegetables add a delightful crunch and earthy flavor, creating a harmonious balance that tantalizes the taste buds.
Ingredients
- Pork Tenderloin: 1.5 pounds, trimmed
- Apple Butter: 1 cup
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons
- Garlic: 4 cloves, minced
- Fresh Rosemary: 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Vegetables:
- Carrots: 2 cups, sliced
- Brussels Sprouts: 2 cups, halved
- Red Onion: 1 large, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together the apple butter, minced garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the apple butter mixture all over the pork tenderloin, ensuring it is well coated.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Once hot, sear the pork tenderloin for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
- Add the sliced carrots, halved Brussels sprouts, and red onion around the pork in the skillet.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Remove from the oven and let the pork rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time; simply marinate the pork in the apple butter mixture overnight for enhanced flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a lower sugar option, substitute apple butter with unsweetened applesauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice of pork with vegetables
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 12 grams
- Sodium: 600 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 4 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 5 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 90 milligrams
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