Crisp-Peppered Pork Tenderloin with Apple-Apple Cider Glaze

Tender pork coated in cracked pepper with a sweet-tart apple cider reduction.

Cuisine: American

Category: Beef

Prep: 10 minutes. Cook: 25 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs Pork tenderloin
• 1.5 tsp Coarse black pepper
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1/2 cup Apple cider
• 1/2 cup Diced apple
• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tsp dried Thyme
• 1/2 tsp Salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: Pat pork tenderloin dry with paper towels. Rub with 1 tsp coarse black pepper, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tbsp olive oil.
2. Step 2: Heat remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork for 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
3. Step 3: Transfer skillet to a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) and roast for 15-18 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
4. Step 4: While pork rests, remove skillet from oven. Add apple cider, diced apple, Dijon mustard, and thyme to the pan, scraping up browned bits.
5. Step 5: Simmer for 8-10 minutes until sauce thickens and reduces by half. Slice pork and drizzle with sauce before serving.