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Savory Honey Mustard Pork Tenderloin Recipe with Roasted Apples

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A quick and easy savory honey mustard glazed pork tenderloin paired with tender roasted apples, perfect for cozy dinners and crowd-pleasing meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 to 2 pounds pork tenderloin, trimmed of silver skin
  • 3 tablespoons honey (raw or wildflower preferred)
  • 3 tablespoons whole grain mustard (or Dijon mustard as substitute)
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped (or ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
  • 2 medium firm apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), cored and sliced into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste (kosher salt recommended)
  • Optional: pinch of smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Trim the pork tenderloin by removing any silver skin or excess fat. Pat it dry with paper towels.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, whole grain mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, thyme, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika (if using). Set aside.
  4. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking. Add the pork and sear on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
  5. Brush half the honey mustard glaze over the seared pork. Reserve the rest for later.
  6. Add the sliced apples around the pork in the skillet. Toss them gently with a drizzle of olive oil, a pinch of salt, and a little extra thyme if desired.
  7. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Roast for 15 minutes.
  8. Remove the skillet and brush the pork with the remaining glaze. Roast for another 10-12 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) and apples are tender and caramelized.
  9. Rest the pork for 5-10 minutes before slicing to keep it juicy and tender.
  10. Slice the pork tenderloin into medallions and plate with the roasted apples spooned over. Drizzle any pan juices on top for extra flavor.

Notes

Apply the glaze in two stages to prevent burning and create a caramelized coating. Use firmer apple varieties to avoid mushy texture. Tent skillet with foil if apples brown too quickly. Rest pork after roasting for juiciness. If no meat thermometer, check for faint pink in thickest part.

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Keywords: pork tenderloin, honey mustard glaze, roasted apples, easy dinner, savory pork, quick recipe, weeknight meal, comfort food

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