1-2-3 PORK TENDERLOIN WITH APRICOT-MUSTARD GLAZE

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The tenderloin portion of pork is the leanest cut. It actually has about the same amount of calories as white meat chicken, and pound for pound is just as tasty. The recipe features an apricot-mustard glaze that goes so well with the lean pork. For an apple version of this recipe, substitute apple cider for the orange juice and 1...

Provided by Patty Ward

Categories     Pork

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pork tenderloins about 3/4 to 1 pound each
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper or to your taste
1 tsp dried thyme leaves
1 Tbsp olive oil
1/2 c fresh orange juice
2 Tbsp dijon-style mustard
2 Tbsp brown sugar, light
1 tsp grated orange peel
1/4 c dried apricots, chopped

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 450 degrees F. In a small bowl mix salt, thyme and pepper together and rub over pork.
  • 2. Heal oil in large, heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Place pork in skillet; cook turning with tongs until nicely browned, about 4 minutes per side. Remove; place in a 15X10-inch baking pan with sides.
  • 3. In same skillet over medium heat, add orange juice and mustard using a whisk to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom. Remove from heat. Stir in the brown sugar, orange zest and apricots.
  • 4. Bake uncovered; basting with the sauce occasionally about 20 minutes or until por has slight blush of pink in center and meat thermometer inserted in center reads 145 to 150 degrees F.
  • 5. Remove from oven; cover and let stand 10 minutes before serving.
  • 6. To serve; set pork on cutting board and slice into medallions, cutting at a diagonal going with the grain of the meat.

Edward Timblin
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The pork tenderloin is always juicy and tender, and the glaze is the perfect combination of sweet and tangy. I highly recommend this recipe!


halima sadia
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I love this pork tenderloin recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing. The pork is always tender and juicy, and the glaze is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Motlatso Nchinyane
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This recipe is a keeper! The pork tenderloin was cooked perfectly and the glaze was delicious. I served it with roasted potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal.


Bobbi Dean
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I'm not a big fan of pork, but this recipe changed my mind. The pork tenderloin was so tender and juicy, and the glaze was out of this world. I will definitely be making this again.


Tina Hoyles
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This is my favorite pork tenderloin recipe. The glaze is amazing, and it's so easy to make. I usually serve it with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes.


Violet Ford
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This pork tenderloin recipe is a winner! The glaze is amazing and the pork is cooked to perfection. It's a great recipe for a special occasion or a weeknight meal.


Umer said
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The pork tenderloin is always juicy and tender, and the glaze is the perfect combination of sweet and tangy. I highly recommend this recipe!


Meesham Meesham
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I love this pork tenderloin recipe! It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing. The pork is always tender and juicy, and the glaze is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Honey Brand
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This recipe is a keeper! The pork tenderloin was cooked perfectly and the glaze was delicious. I served it with roasted potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal.


Sumaira Sumaira
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I'm not a big fan of pork, but this recipe changed my mind. The pork tenderloin was so tender and juicy, and the glaze was out of this world. I will definitely be making this again.


Pinky Pascall
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This is my go-to pork tenderloin recipe. It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing. The pork is always tender and juicy, and the glaze is delicious. I highly recommend this recipe!


Jose L Cancel
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I love this recipe! The pork tenderloin is always juicy and tender, and the glaze is the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I usually serve it with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes, and it's always a hit.


Rishikesh Kumar
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This pork tenderloin recipe is a winner! The glaze is amazing and the pork is cooked to perfection. It's a great recipe for a special occasion or a weeknight meal.


Gabrielle Jones
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The pork tenderloin is always juicy and tender, and the glaze is the perfect combination of sweet and tangy. I highly recommend this recipe!


A7med Gaming
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This recipe is a keeper! The pork tenderloin was cooked perfectly and the glaze was delicious. I served it with roasted potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal.


Walter Mahlangu
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I'm not a big fan of pork, but this recipe changed my mind. The pork tenderloin was so tender and juicy, and the glaze was out of this world. I will definitely be making this again.


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This is one of my favorite pork tenderloin recipes. The glaze is amazing, and it's so easy to make. I usually serve it with roasted vegetables and mashed potatoes.


Rafay Rana
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the pork tenderloin and the glaze. The glaze was especially delicious, with the perfect balance of sweet and tangy. I highly recommend this recipe.


Lareen Solis
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This pork tenderloin recipe was a hit with my family! The apricot mustard glaze was tangy and flavorful, and the pork was cooked to perfection. It was juicy and tender, and the glaze added a delicious crust. I will definitely be making this again.


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