Pan-Roasted Pork Tenderloin with Herb-and-Mustard Crust |
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 25 Minutes |
Ready In: 40 Minutes Servings: 3 |
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I developed this recipe based on what I had on hand: rosemary fresh from the pot on my balcony, a Niman Ranch pork tenderloin, and a brand-new jar of dijon mustard. The result is an incredibly flavorful, relatively quick dinner that is also pretty low in fat (you could use a nonstick pan and less oil for even lighter results, though the searing will not be as good). Great with mashed potatoes and steamed veggies for a simple weeknight meal that's fit for guests. Ingredients:
1 lb pork tenderloin |
2 tablespoons dijon mustard |
3 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped (do not use dried) |
1 teaspoon fennel seed |
1 clove garlic, thinly sliced |
kosher salt |
fresh ground black pepper |
3 teaspoons olive oil |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 450.
2. Rinse tenderloin and pat dry.
3. Using a sharp paring knife, make several slits in the tenderloin and insert garlic slivers.
4. Use about half the garlic.
5. In a mortar& pestle (or small food processor), mash the fennel seeds and the remainder of the sliced garlic with about 1 tsp.
6. salt to form a paste.
7. Combine fennel-garlic mixture with chopped rosemary, mixture will be crumbly.
8. Sprinkle the pork tenderloin with salt and fresh ground black pepper.
9. Rub dijon mustard all over surface of the meat.
10. Pat the herb mixture onto the surface of the meat, it should adhere to the mustard.
11. Place a cast iron skillet (or other heavy-bottomed skillet) over medium heat till hot.
12. Add oil, allow oil to get quite hot, just before the smoking point.
13. Add the tenderloin to the pan.
14. DO NOT TOUCH IT FOR AT LEAST TWO MINUTES!
15. Then lift it with tongs and sear the other sides, repeating until the surface is browned and crusty.
16. Some of the coating will adhere to the pan, that's OK.
17. Place the pan in the hot oven and roast for 20 minutes, or until tenderloin is cooked to your liking (at least 145 degrees).
18. Allow meat to rest, covered, for about ten minutes before slicing and serving.
19. You can deglaze the pan with a little white wine or lemon juice to make a delicious pan sauce.
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