Honey-Soy Glazed Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin

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Tender pork tenderloin cooked quickly in an Instant Pot with a glossy honey-soy glaze infused with garlic and ginger for a flavorful weeknight meal. This asian fusion-inspired pork ready in about 35 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, soy sauce, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 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: 25 min Serves 4 Asian Fusion cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 1 lb pork tenderloin and season lightly with salt and pepper. Set Instant Pot to 'Sauté' mode on medium-high heat and add 1 tsp sesame oil. Once hot, sear the pork tenderloin on all sides for about 2 minutes per side until browned, then remove and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 3 tbsp honey, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1/2 cup water.
  3. Step 3: Pour the sauce mixture into the Instant Pot, scraping any browned bits from the bottom. Place the browned pork tenderloin on top of the sauce. Seal the lid and set the Instant Pot to 'Pressure Cook' on high for 12 minutes.
  4. Step 4: When cooking is complete, allow natural release for 10 minutes, then quick release remaining pressure. Remove the pork and rest for 5 minutes.
  5. Step 5: Switch Instant Pot back to 'Sauté' mode. In a small cup, mix 1 tsp cornstarch with 1 tbsp cold water to create a slurry. Stir slurry into the sauce and simmer for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
  6. Step 6: Slice pork tenderloin, drizzle with thickened sauce, and garnish with 2 sliced green onions and 1 tsp sesame seeds before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Honey-Soy Glazed Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin take to make?

Total time is about 35 minutes (10 min prep + 25 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-Soy Glazed Instant Pot 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 Honey-Soy Glazed Instant Pot 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 Honey-Soy Glazed Instant Pot 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 Honey-Soy Glazed Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin?

Asian Fusion 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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