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Sweet and Spicy Pork Tenderloin

Perfect for any time of day, this recipe delivers great flavor effortlessly.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ ½ teaspoon pepper
  • 2 2 (12-16 ounces each) pork tenderloins, trimmed
  • 1 1 tablespoon vegetable or canola oil
  • ¼ ¼ cup ketchup
  • 2 2 teaspoons cider vinegar
  • 1 ½ 1 ½ teaspoons sugar

Instructions

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  1. Adjust an oven rack to middle position and preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Pat the pork tenderloin dry with a paper towel. In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, paprika, salt and pepper. Reserve 1 tablespoon of the spice mixture and use the rest to rub over the pork tenderloin on all sides.
  2. In a large 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat the oil over medium heat until it is rippling and hot. Add the pork tenderloins in a single layer and cook the pork until browned on all sides, 5-7 minutes total (flipping as needed). Transfer the pork to an aluminum-foil lined baking pan and bake until the meat registers 140 degrees at the thickest part, about 15-18 minutes. Transfer the pork to a platter or plate and tent with foil, letting it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  3. In a bowl, combine the reserved spice mixture, ketchup, vinegar and sugar and brush over the cooked pork. Slice the pork and serve.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1 Serving Calories 215kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 5g (2%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 92mg (31%) Sodium 596mg (25%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 3g (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories

% Daily Value*

Serving 1 Serving
Calories 215kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 5g 2%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 92mg 31%
Sodium 596mg 25%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 3g 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.