Honey, smoky chipotle pepper and soy sauce flavor this easy pork tenderloin. Serve it with veggies or rice for a satisfying meal.
—DIANE COTTON FRANKLIN, NC
PREP: 15 MIN. • BAKE: 20 MIN. • MAKES: 6 SERVINGS
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each)
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 cup honey
2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1. Preheat oven to 350°. Combine the first three ingredients; rub over pork. In a large ovenproof skillet, brown pork in canola oil on all sides.
2. In a small bowl, combine the honey, soy sauce, vinegar and sesame oil; spoon over pork. Bake, uncovered, 20-25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 145°, basting occasionally with pan juices. Let stand 5 minutes before slicing.
TOP TIP
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety Inspection Service recommends that pork roasts, chops and steaks be cooked to a temperature of 145° rather than 160°. With today’s leaner cuts of pork the lower temperature internal will ensure a juicier product. Always let pork rest at least 5 minutes before slicing or serving.