Honey-Ginger Glazed Pork Tenderloin

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-13 · Updated 2026-05-13

Juicy pork tenderloin coated with a sticky honey and fresh ginger glaze, roasted to perfection with a caramelized crust. This Asian-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs pork tenderloin, salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 3, 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 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 cloves minced garlic cloves

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Season 1 lb pork tenderloin evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear the pork tenderloin on all sides for about 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and 2 minced garlic cloves.
4. Step 4: Pour the honey-ginger glaze over the seared pork and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Roast for 12-15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
5. Step 5: Remove from oven and let the pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Spoon any glaze from the pan over the slices to serve.