This pork fillet tenderloin recipe is a quick, restaurant-quality dish featuring juicy pork coated in a sticky honey garlic sauce. It’s seared for flavor, then oven-roasted until perfectly tender giving you a rich, sweet-savory glaze with minimal effort.
🥩 Ingredients
For the Pork:
- 2 pork tenderloins (about 500g each)
- 1½ tbsp olive oil (or butter)
- 3 garlic cloves (finely chopped)
Spice Rub:
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
Honey Garlic Sauce:
- ½ cup honey (or maple syrup)
- 1½ tbsp soy sauce
- 3 tbsp cider vinegar
These ingredients create a balance of sweetness, tanginess, and savory depth typical of this dish.
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👨🍳 Step-by-Step Method
Step 1: Prep the Sauce & Pork
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Mix honey, soy sauce, and vinegar in a bowl.
- Combine spice rub ingredients and coat the pork evenly.
Step 2: Sear the Pork
- Heat oil in a large oven-safe pan on high heat.
- Sear pork on all sides until golden brown (about 5–7 minutes).
- Add chopped garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant.
Step 3: Add Sauce & Roast
- Pour the honey garlic sauce into the pan.
- Turn pork once to coat.
- Transfer pan to oven and roast for 15–18 minutes until cooked through.
Step 4: Rest the Meat
- Remove pork and cover loosely with foil.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes to retain juices.
Step 5: Reduce the Sauce
- Place the pan back on the stove.
- Simmer sauce for 2–3 minutes until thick and syrupy.
Step 6: Slice & Serve
- Slice pork into thick medallions.
- Coat with the glossy sauce and serve hot.
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🍽️ Tips for Perfect Pork Tenderloin
- Don’t overcook, this cut is lean and can dry out quickly.
- Searing first locks in flavor and creates a golden crust.
- Resting is essential for juicy meat.
- Use a thermometer (around 63–68°C internal temp) for best results.
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🥗 Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
Approximate values:
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Protein: 38 g
- Fat: 9 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
These values may vary slightly based on ingredients used.
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🍴 Serving Suggestions
- Mashed potatoes or buttered rice
- Steamed vegetables (broccoli, beans, carrots)
- Garlic bread or roasted potatoes
