Juicy, caramelized, and packed with flavor, this honey garlic glazed pork tenderloin is a weeknight dinner hero that tastes like a restaurant dish. A quick sear locks in the juices, and a sticky honey-garlic glaze finished in the oven creates an irresistible golden crust. Slice it over the pan juices and serve with your favorite sides for a meal everyone will love.
Ingredients
- 2 pork tenderloins (about 1 lb / 450 g each)
- 1/3 cup honey
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Make the glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, 1 tablespoon olive oil, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika until smooth.
- Sear the tenderloin. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat the pork tenderloins dry and rub with the remaining olive oil. Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear the tenderloins for 2–3 minutes per side, until browned all over.
- Glaze and roast. Pour the honey garlic glaze over the pork, turning to coat. Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 12–15 minutes, basting once halfway through, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Rest and slice. Transfer the tenderloins to a cutting board and let them rest for 5–10 minutes so the juices redistribute. Slice into thick medallions.
- Serve with pan juices. Drizzle the warm pan juices over the sliced pork, sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
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