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5 ingredient seasoned pork tenderloin

5 Ingredient Pork Tenderloin

5-Ingredient Pork Tenderloin: Tender, flavorful, and ready in minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or batch cooking. A simple, quick recipe with minimal ingredients
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Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:39 minutes
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: pork, tenderloin
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 250kcal
Author: Claudia Genschow

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds pork tenderloin (2 lbs of pork tenderloinn is usually 2 or 3 pork tenderloins depending on size)
  • 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon ground coriander
  • 1 tablespoon salt or to taste
  • 6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

  • Pat Dry: Start by patting the pork tenderloin dry with a paper towel. This removes excess moisture and helps the seasoning stick better.
  • Trim the Silver Skin: Place the pork on a cutting board. Locate the tough silver skin, a white membrane on the surface of the meat. Using a sharp knife, insert the blade under the silver skin at one end. Angle the knife upwards slightly, and carefully slide it along the meat while pulling the silver skin away with your other hand.
  • Butterfly the Pork: To butterfly the pork tenderloin, place it flat on the cutting board. Hold your knife parallel to the cutting board and slice the tenderloin lengthwise, starting about halfway up the side of the meat. Slice through, stopping about 1/2 inch before cutting all the way through, so you can open the pork like a book.
  • Mix the Seasonings: In a large bowl, combine the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, ground coriander, olive oil and salt.
  • Coat the Pork: Rub the seasoning it into the meat so that it’s fully coated on all sides.
  • Refrigerate: For the best flavor, cover the seasoned pork and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. This allows the spices to deeply penetrate the meat. Alternatively, you can cook it right away.
  • Option to Freeze: If you’re prepping this meal ahead of time, place the seasoned pork in an airtight container or freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months. When you’re ready to cook, thaw it in the refrigerator overnight.
  • Cook The Pork: Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and let it get hot. To ensure the best sear, avoid crowding the skillet—cook one pork tenderloin at a time. A properly heated skillet ensures a good sear, locking in the juices and flavor. Once the skillet is hot, add the pork tenderloin and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, depending on the thickness, until it’s golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
  • Rest the Pork: After cooking, remove the pork from the skillet and let it rest on a cutting board for about 5 minutes. Resting allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, making it tender and juicy when sliced.
  • Slice, serve and enjoy

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Notes

1)Please note calories provided are only an estimate.