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Savory Bourbon Brown Sugar Glazed Pork Tenderloin

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A quick and easy pork tenderloin recipe featuring a sticky, caramelized bourbon brown sugar glaze that balances sweet and savory flavors, perfect for dinner parties or weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 to 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin, trimmed of silver skin
  • 1/3 cup bourbon (80 ml)
  • 1/3 cup packed brown sugar (65 g)
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (30 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (15 ml), low-sodium preferred
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (5 g)
  • Salt to taste (about 1 teaspoon or 5 g)
  • Optional: pinch of smoked paprika or cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Pat pork tenderloin dry and trim any silver skin or excess fat. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  2. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar, bourbon, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, and minced garlic. Stir occasionally and simmer gently for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened and syrupy. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Sear pork tenderloin on all sides for 2-3 minutes per side until golden crust forms.
  4. Brush a generous layer of the bourbon brown sugar glaze over the seared pork. Place skillet in the oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, turning and glazing once halfway through. Use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  5. Remove skillet from oven and transfer pork to a cutting board. Tent loosely with foil and let rest for 5-10 minutes to redistribute juices.
  6. Slice pork into 1/2-inch thick medallions. Drizzle remaining glaze over slices or warm extra glaze to serve on the side.

Notes

Pat pork dry before seasoning for a better sear. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking. Rest the meat after roasting to keep it juicy. If glaze thickens too much, warm gently with a splash of water or bourbon. Optional to marinate pork for 1 hour in bourbon and soy sauce for deeper flavor.

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Keywords: pork tenderloin, bourbon glaze, brown sugar, easy dinner, savory pork, weeknight meal, glazed pork, bourbon pork

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