Smoky Scotch Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin

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Tender pork tenderloin glazed with a smoky Scotch whisky and maple syrup sauce for a harmonious balance of sweet and smoky flavors. This American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs pork tenderloin, Scotch whisky, pure maple syrup for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 350 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl, mix 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Rub this spice blend evenly over the entire 1.5 lb pork tenderloin.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork tenderloin on all sides for about 2 minutes per side until golden brown.
  3. Step 3: In another bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup Scotch whisky and 1/3 cup pure maple syrup.
  4. Step 4: Pour the Scotch-maple mixture over the seared pork and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Roast for 15-20 minutes, basting occasionally with the glaze, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven, let rest for 5 minutes, then sprinkle with 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves before slicing and serving.

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