Indulge in a culinary journey with our succulent Roast Pork Tenderloin, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Perfectly roasted pork tenderloin pairs harmoniously with sweet and juicy pears, plump dried apricots, and a medley of aromatic herbs. This delectable dish is complemented by three exceptional recipes: a luscious Dried Apricot Sauce, a savory Pancetta-Wrapped Asparagus, and a refreshing Pear and Arugula Salad. Each recipe is meticulously crafted to elevate the flavors of the main course, creating a cohesive and unforgettable dining experience.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
ROAST PORK TENDERLOIN WITH PEARS AND DRIED APRICOTS
Posted for ZWT6: Middle East. Adapted from Bon Appetit. I can't wait to try this! Ras el hanout can be homemade using spices you probably already have on hand, I use Recipe #262189. Note: The sauce can be made 2 hours ahead of time. If you do this, let it stand at room temp until ready to make the rest of the recipe. Prep time does not include 30 minutes of soaking dried apricots.
Provided by noway
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 55m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F
- Melt butter in large pot over medium-high heat. Add 2 teaspoons ras el hanout and stir for 1 minute.
- Add pears and sauté until tender, stirring occasionally, about 4 minutes. Transfer pears to plate.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in same pot over medium heat. Add onion and apricots. Sauté until onion begins to soften, about 3 minutes.
- Add beef broth and honey.
- Simmer until sauce thickens slightly, about 8 minutes. Return pears to pot and remove from heat.
- Mix remaining 2 tablespoons oil and 2 teaspoons ras el hanout in small bowl to blend. Rub mixture all over pork tenderloins.
- Transfer pork to roasting pan. Roast until meat thermometer inserted into center of pork registers 155°F, about 30 minutes. Transfer pork to cutting board. Let stand 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, reheat sauce over medium heat, stirring constantly. Cut pork crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
- Divide pork among 6 plates. Spoon sauce and pears over pork. Sprinkle with almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 627.5, Fat 27.8, SaturatedFat 9, Cholesterol 120.3, Sodium 225.6, Carbohydrate 64.8, Fiber 8.9, Sugar 50.4, Protein 35.8
APRICOT PORK TENDERLOIN
The only way to cook tenderloin. The apricot preserves are a perfect marriage with pork. Sweet without being too sweet! A family favorite!
Provided by Hope
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Pork Tenderloin Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Spread butter all over the pork tenderloin. Season with salt, pepper, and thyme. Combine garlic powder, apricot preserves, honey, and sherry in a separate bowl.
- Roast the pork in the preheated oven for 30 to 40 minutes. Remove the pork from the oven and brush with the apricot sauce. Return the pork to the oven. Continue roasting, basting occasionally with the remaining sauce, until the pork is no longer pink in the center, about 15 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 439.7 calories, Carbohydrate 62.9 g, Cholesterol 85.7 mg, Fat 11.4 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 24.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 200 mg, Sugar 42.9 g
HERB-ROASTED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH PEARS
Caramelized seasonal fruit and fresh thyme give allure to an all-American staple.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 475 degrees. With a paring knife, cut 10 small slits in each tenderloin. Stuff slits with garlic and thyme; season pork with salt and pepper. In a large ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium. Add pork, and cook, turning occasionally, until golden brown on all sides, about 10 minutes.
- Add pears to skillet. Transfer to oven, and cook, tossing pears once, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in thickest part of pork registers 145 degrees, about 10 minutes. Transfer pork and pears to a platter; let rest 5 minutes. Season pan juices with salt and pepper, and pour into a gravy boat or small bowl. Slice pork, and serve with pears and pan juices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 34 g
APRICOT-STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN
"The cheese in this festive dish adds a nutty flavor and creamy texture," writes Agnes Ward from Stratford, Ontario. "This is definitely an entree two will enjoy-I know we do."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut a lengthwise slit down the center of the roast to within 1/2 in. of bottom. Open roast so it lies flat; cover with plastic wrap. Flatten to 1/2-in. thickness. Remove wrap; sprinkle with cheese, apricots, thyme, garlic, salt, pepper and cayenne., Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long end. Tie at 1-1/2- to 2-inch intervals with kitchen string; secure ends with toothpicks. Transfer to an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Brush tenderloin with butter. Bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 374 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 130mg cholesterol, Sodium 463mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 40g protein.
SLOW-COOKER ROAST PORK WITH FRUIT
Imagine, slow cooker 'n spice aromatherapy and dinner done when you walk in the door after a hectic day.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 9h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place onion in 4- to 5-quart slow cooker. Place pork on onion; top with fruit. Mix remaining ingredients; pour over fruit.
- Cover and cook on low heat setting 7 to 9 hours or until pork is tender. Serve fruit mixture over pork. Note: This recipe was tested in slow cookers with heating elements in the side and bottom of the cooker, not in cookers that stand only on a heated base. For slow cookers with just a heated base, follow the manufacturer's directions for layering ingredients and choosing a temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 255, Carbohydrate 21 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 200 mg
Tips:
- For the best flavor, choose ripe, firm pears. Bartlett or Anjou pears are good choices.
- If you don't have dried apricots, you can substitute dried cherries or cranberries.
- To make the pork more flavorful, marinate it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before cooking.
- If you don't have a meat thermometer, you can cook the pork until it reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Let the pork rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
Conclusion:
Roast pork tenderloin with pears and dried apricots is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a special occasion. The pork is tender and juicy, and the pears and apricots add a sweet and tangy flavor. This dish is sure to impress your guests!
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