Honey-Ginger Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Sweet Potatoes

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Juicy pork tenderloin glazed in a warm honey-ginger sauce paired with caramelized roasted sweet potatoes for a balanced and comforting meal. This general-inspired pork ready in about 50 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, honey, grated fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min Serves 3 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 tbsp soy sauce, and 2 minced garlic cloves to create the glaze.
  2. Step 2: Place 1 lb pork tenderloin on a cutting board and season all sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Brush half the honey-ginger glaze all over the pork.
  3. Step 3: Toss 2 medium peeled and cubed sweet potatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Spread sweet potatoes in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet.
  4. Step 4: Place pork tenderloin on the same baking sheet among the sweet potatoes. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven, brush the pork again with the remaining glaze, and toss the sweet potatoes. Return to oven and roast for an additional 10-12 minutes until pork reaches 145°F internal temperature and sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized.
  6. Step 6: Let pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley and serve with the roasted sweet potatoes.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Ginger Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Sweet Potatoes take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 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 Honey-Ginger Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Sweet Potatoes?

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 Honey-Ginger Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Sweet Potatoes?

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 Honey-Ginger Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Sweet Potatoes for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). 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 Honey-Ginger Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Sweet Potatoes?

General 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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