Instant Pot Garlic and Herb Pork Tenderloin with Carrots and Pearl Onions

The dish begins by searing the pork tenderloin halves in grapeseed oil in the Instant Pot on sauté mode until a browned crust forms on all sides. The pork used is pre-seasoned with roasted garlic and herb flavor, which imparts additional savory notes to the meal. After searing, the pork is removed temporarily, and pearl onions and baby carrots are added with water to deglaze and capture browned bits, adding flavor to the cooking liquid.

The pork tenderloins are then placed atop the vegetables, and the Instant Pot is sealed and cooked on manual pressure mode for 7 minutes, followed by a natural pressure release. This method ensures the pork is cooked through while remaining moist and tender, and the vegetables cook to a soft but intact texture. The liquid and browned bits form a base for a sauce that can be thickened after cooking.

Suggested serving options include egg noodles or mashed potatoes, which complement the pork and vegetables by soaking up the pan juices. Leftovers store well in airtight containers and remain good refrigerated for up to 3 days.

The recipe notes mention that other brands or plain pork tenderloins can be used if seasoned appropriately. The flavor profile of the vegetables and gravy depends heavily on the pork's seasoning. Adjust seasoning beforehand if using unseasoned pork.