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Irresistibly Juicy Pork Tenderloin with Dijon Cream Sauce

Irresistibly Juicy Pork Tenderloin with Creamy Dijon Delight

This irresistibly juicy pork tenderloin with Dijon cream sauce transforms a simple dinner into a memorable meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pork
  • 1 pound Pork Tenderloin Fresh and tender for juicy outcome.
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt For seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin recommended.
For the Sauce
  • 1 medium Shallot Chopped.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can substitute with half-and-half for lighter option.
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard For zesty flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Fresh or dried.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Use gluten-free if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon White Wine Vinegar For acidity.
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped.

Equipment

  • Oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Pat the pork tenderloin dry and season with kosher salt and black pepper.
  3. In an oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil and sear the pork for 3-4 minutes on each side.
  4. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast the pork for 15-20 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  5. Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes.
  6. In the same skillet, sauté chopped shallot for 2-3 minutes until soft.
  7. Add heavy cream, Dijon mustard, thyme, Worcestershire sauce, and white wine vinegar and simmer for 3-5 minutes until sauce thickens.
  8. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
  9. Slice the rested pork tenderloin into medallions.
  10. Drizzle the creamy Dijon sauce over the pork and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Consider adding lemon juice for extra flavor.

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