Northern Missouri Apple Cider Glazed Pork Tenderloin
Tender pork loin coated in a sweet-tart apple cider glaze, finished with a sprinkle of toasted pecans for a balanced Midwest-inspired dish. This american-inspired one pot (gluten-free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs pork tenderloin, apple cider, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 340 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
- 1/2 cup apple cider
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/4 cup pecans
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Trim pork tenderloin of excess fat, then rub with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Place in a baking dish and roast for 15 minutes until golden.
- Step 2: While pork roasts, mince 2 garlic cloves and whisk with 1/2 cup apple cider, 2 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tbsp Dijon mustard in a small saucepan.
- Step 3: After 15 minutes, remove pork from oven, brush with 2/3 of the cider glaze, and return to oven. Roast for 10 more minutes, basting once with remaining glaze.
- Step 4: Toast 1/4 cup pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3 minutes until fragrant, then chop. Slice pork, drizzle with remaining glaze, and sprinkle with toasted pecans.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Northern Missouri Apple Cider Glazed 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 Northern Missouri Apple Cider 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 Northern Missouri Apple Cider 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 Northern Missouri Apple Cider 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.
Is Northern Missouri Apple Cider Glazed Pork Tenderloin gluten-free?
Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
- ★★★☆☆
Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
