Half-Pint Honey Ginger Glazed Pork Tenderloin
Tender pork tenderloin glazed with a vibrant honey and ginger sauce, inspired by the British tradition of ordering a half-pint of beer. This asian-inspired pork ready in about 40 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, grated fresh ginger, honey 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.
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork tenderloin
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp canola oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 stalks sliced green onions
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Season 1 lb pork tenderloin with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Heat 2 tbsp canola oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear pork on all sides until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.
- Step 2: Meanwhile, in a small bowl mix 3 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sesame oil.
- Step 3: Pour the honey ginger glaze over the pork in the skillet and transfer skillet to the preheated oven. Roast for 15-20 minutes, basting pork with glaze halfway through, until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Step 4: Remove pork from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice pork tenderloin into 1/2-inch thick medallions and spoon remaining glaze from skillet over slices.
- Step 5: Garnish with 2 sliced green onions and serve.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Half-Pint Honey Ginger Glazed Pork Tenderloin take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Half-Pint Honey Ginger Glazed Pork Tenderloin?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork tenderloin from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Half-Pint Honey Ginger Glazed Pork Tenderloin?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Half-Pint Honey Ginger Glazed Pork Tenderloin for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Half-Pint Honey Ginger Glazed Pork Tenderloin?
Asian pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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