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Perfect Apple Cider Glazed Pork Tenderloin Recipe with Easy Roasted Vegetables

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A cozy and approachable recipe featuring tender pork tenderloin glazed with a tangy apple cider sauce, paired with caramelized roasted vegetables. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or casual weekend meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 to 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin, trimmed of silver skin
  • 1 cup apple cider
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
  • 12 ounces Brussels sprouts, halved
  • 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
  • 1 pound baby potatoes, halved

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Trim the pork tenderloin by removing any silver skin or excess fat. Pat dry with paper towels.
  3. Season the pork generously with salt and pepper. Let it rest while preparing glaze and vegetables.
  4. Make the apple cider glaze: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine apple cider, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, brown sugar, minced garlic, cinnamon, and thyme leaves. Whisk and bring to a simmer. Reduce gently for 10-12 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Prepare the vegetables: Toss carrots, Brussels sprouts, red onion, and baby potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on a rimmed baking sheet or roasting pan.
  6. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork for 2-3 minutes per side until deeply browned.
  7. Place the seared pork on the baking sheet with vegetables. Brush pork generously with half the glaze.
  8. Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, turning vegetables halfway through. After 15 minutes, brush pork with remaining glaze. Check pork internal temperature aiming for 145°F (63°C).
  9. Remove pork from oven and tent loosely with foil. Let rest for 5-10 minutes.
  10. Slice pork into medallions, arrange with roasted vegetables, and drizzle with pan juices or extra glaze.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking pork; aim for 145°F (63°C). Simmer glaze gently to prevent burning. If vegetables brown too quickly, cover loosely with foil halfway through roasting. For gluten-free option, coat pork lightly with almond flour before searing. Glaze can be made a day ahead and reheated gently before use.

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