Spiced Pork Tenderloin with Cranberry Sauce
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
40 mins
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Total Time
45 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
215 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Spiced Pork Tenderloin with Cranberry Sauce
Description
This recipe starts by preparing pork tenderloin coated with a spice blend of nutmeg, cloves, ground black pepper, coarse sea salt, and orange zest to infuse aromatic and citrusy notes. The coating highlights warm winter spices that bring depth to the mild pork flavor. The tenderloins are placed in a baking dish and cooked uncovered at 350°F until reaching 160°F internally, ensuring juiciness and safety.
After roasting, the meat is rested to redistribute juices, then sliced into one-inch thick pieces for serving. Each slice is generously topped with prepared cranberry relish, which adds a bright and tart contrast to the spiced meat. The dish balances savory and sweet elements for a comforting meal option.
Garnishes such as thyme and orange slices can be added for presentation and mild herbal freshness. The recipe fits well for holiday meals or autumn dinners where cranberry sauce is seasonal and appreciated. Cooking the tenderloin allowed for even exposure to seasoning and thorough roasting.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds pork tenderloin , there are generally two per package
- 1 sea salt coarse
- 1 tablespoon black pepper ground
- 2 teaspoons nutmeg
- 2 teaspoons cloves ground
- orange zest
- cranberry relish
- cooking spray
- cranberries thyme and orange slices. Make Stovetop Holiday Potpourri with leftovers, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Coat a baking dish with cooking spray, making sure that the dish is large enough to allow room around the tenderloin. Pat the tenderloins dry with a paper towel. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, combine the coarse sea salt, black pepper, nutmeg, cloves, and orange zest. Rub the seasoning all over the pork tenderloins and place them in the baking dish.
- Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes or until thickest portion registers at 160°F.
- Allow to rest for 10 minutes before slicing into 1-inch pieces.
- Smother the sliced tenderloin with prepared cranberry relish.
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 215 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 215kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 110mg | 37% |
| Sodium | 1835mg | 76% |
| Potassium | 698mg | 15% |
| Calcium | 23mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.9mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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