Description
Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet and savory with this Maple Brown Sugar Pork Tenderloin. This dish features tender pork glazed with a rich, maple-brown sugar sauce, ideal for impressing guests or a family dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pork tenderloins (approx. 1 lb each)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp fresh black pepper
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix garlic powder, salt, black pepper, chili powder, and paprika. Rub onto pork tenderloins.
- In a skillet, heat oil and brown the tenderloins on all sides.
- In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, maple syrup, and butter. Heat until smooth.
- Place pork in a baking dish, glaze with the sauce, and bake for 20-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
- Let rest for 5 minutes, slice, and serve with additional glaze.
Notes
Ensure the pork is not overcooked to maintain its tenderness. Adjust the amount of chili powder based on your preference for heat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: approximate
- Calories: 266
- Sugar: 37g
- Sodium: 852mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg