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Brown Sugar BBQ Pork Tenderloin

Juicy pork tenderloin with sticky brown sugar barbecue glaze on white plate
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This recipe turns simple pork tenderloin into a special meal with a sticky, caramelized crust. It's a cozy, reliable dinner perfect for weeknights or gatherings, and the flavors deepen beautifully as leftovers.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pork tenderloins (about 1 to 1.5 lbs each)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 1/3 cup packed dark brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat pork tenderloins dry with paper towels. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Rub tenderloins with olive oil. Mix salt, pepper, and smoked paprika; sprinkle evenly over pork.
  3. In a small saucepan, whisk ketchup, brown sugar, vinegar, Worcestershire, garlic, onion powder, and chili powder. Simmer over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened. Set aside half for serving.
  4. Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of oil and sear pork on all sides until browned, 2-3 minutes per side.
  5. Brush seared pork with some of the glaze. Transfer skillet to oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, brushing with more glaze halfway, until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  6. Remove pork, tent loosely with foil, and rest for 10 minutes. Slice and serve with reserved glaze.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness. Let pork rest before slicing to keep it juicy. Leftovers are great for salads or sandwiches.

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