Bourbon-Maple Glazed Pork Tenderloin Roast

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-11 · Updated 2026-06-11

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A tender pork tenderloin roasted with a rich bourbon and maple syrup glaze that caramelizes beautifully for a sweet and smoky finish. This American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs pork tenderloin, bourbon, pure maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 pounds pork tenderloin
1/4 cup bourbon
3 tbsp pure maple syrup
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tbsp soy sauce
3, minced garlic cloves
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp fresh black pepper
1 tsp sea salt
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Pat dry 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin and season it evenly with 1 teaspoon sea salt and 1 teaspoon fresh black pepper.
Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup bourbon, 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and 3 minced garlic cloves until smooth.
Step 3: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork tenderloin on all sides for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
Step 4: Pour the bourbon-maple glaze over the pork and sprinkle 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves on top.
Step 5: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast the pork for 15-20 minutes, basting occasionally with the glaze, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
Step 6: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into medallions, spooning extra glaze over the top.