Description
Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Plum Sauce is a sensational dish that harmonizes the tender, juicy texture of perfectly cooked pork with the sweet and tangy flavors of homemade plum sauce. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for impressing guests at dinner parties or enjoying a cozy weeknight meal with family. The pork tenderloin marinates in a flavorful mix of soy sauce, garlic, honey, and lemon juice, enhancing its natural taste while the plum sauce adds a delightful richness. In just over an hour, you can create a deliciously succulent dish that pairs beautifully with your favorite sides, making it a versatile addition to any dining experience.
Ingredients
- 1 to 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin
- 2 ripe fresh plums
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ? cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (mixed with water)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400?F (200?C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, garlic, honey, and lemon juice. Marinate the pork tenderloin in this mixture for at least 30 minutes.
- Slice plums in half and remove the pits.
- Place marinated pork in the prepared dish and roast for about 25-30 minutes until it reaches an internal temperature of 145?F (63?C).
- In a saucepan over medium heat, cook sliced plums with honey and leftover marinade until thickened.
- Serve the roasted pork sliced with plum sauce drizzled on top.
Notes
You can marinate the pork overnight for deeper flavor.
Substitute fresh plums with peaches or apricots for a twist on traditional flavors.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg