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Herb Roasted Pork Tenderloin

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A simple yet impressive weeknight dinner featuring a juicy pork tenderloin coated in a savory garlic and fresh herb crust. It roasts quickly in the oven, filling your kitchen with an incredible aroma and delivering restaurant-quality flavor with minimal effort. Perfectly balanced for a comforting yet bright meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ to 2 pounds pork tenderloin (1-2 tenderloins)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork tenderloin completely dry with paper towels. If present, remove the silverskin with a sharp knife.
  2. In a small bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, rosemary, thyme, salt, pepper, onion powder, and smoked paprika to form a paste.
  3. Rub the herb paste all over the pork tenderloin. Let it sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes.
  4. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat with a small drizzle of oil.
  5. Sear the pork in the hot skillet for 2-3 minutes per side until a golden-brown crust forms.
  6. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Roast for 15-20 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 145°F (63°C).
  7. Remove pork from oven, transfer to a cutting board, and tent loosely with foil. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

For dried herbs, use 1 teaspoon each of dried rosemary and thyme. Letting the pork rest after cooking is crucial for juicy results. Leftovers are excellent for salads, sandwiches, or grain bowls.

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