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Flavorful Honey Apricot Glazed Pork Tenderloin

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A quick and easy pork tenderloin recipe featuring a sweet and herbaceous honey apricot glaze with fresh rosemary, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin, trimmed of silver skin
  • 3 tablespoons honey (raw local honey recommended)
  • 1/4 cup apricot preserves
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and allow it to fully heat for at least 15 minutes.
  2. Trim the pork tenderloin by removing any silver skin or excess fat.
  3. Season the tenderloin generously with salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
  4. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once shimmering, sear the pork on all sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  5. While the pork sears, whisk together honey, apricot preserves, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes if using.
  6. Brush the glaze evenly over the seared pork, ensuring it is coated but not dripping.
  7. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, basting with additional glaze halfway through cooking.
  8. Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer; it should reach 145°F (63°C) for medium doneness.
  9. Remove the pork from the oven and tent with foil. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
  10. Slice the pork tenderloin and serve, spooning any leftover glaze from the pan over the slices.

Notes

Use fresh rosemary for best flavor; dried rosemary can be overpowering. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking. If glaze darkens too quickly, cover loosely with foil. You can substitute maple syrup for honey or peach/orange marmalade for apricot preserves. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheat gently covered with foil.

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Keywords: pork tenderloin, honey apricot glaze, rosemary, easy dinner, weeknight meal, sweet and savory, quick recipe, gluten-free

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