savory pork tenderloin

Recipe by
Karen D
Woodbury, CT

My husband and I really enjoyed this recipe. It was fast and easy to make, and pairs well with all kinds of seasonal vegetables, rice and/or potatoes.

prep time 30 Min
cook time 30 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For savory pork tenderloin

  • 1.5 to 2 lb
    pork tenderloin, silver skin removed
  • 2 Tbsp
    olive oil
  • 2 to 3 Tbsp
    fresh lemon, lime or orange juice
  • 2 tsp
    herbs de provence (can substitute italian seasoning)
  • 1 tsp
    granulated garlic powder
  • 1 tsp
    cumin
  • 1 tsp
    kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp
    black pepper

How To Make savory pork tenderloin

  • 1
    Preheat oven to 400F. Lightly oil a large baking pan or casserole dish. Place tenderloin(s) in pan, pierce all over with a fork, and rub olive oil onto all sides.
  • 2
    Whisk together: herbs de provence, granulated garlic, cumin, salt, smoked paprika and pepper. Sprinkle all over both sides of the tenderloins, patting it into the meat with your fingers Drizzle citrus juice over the surface of the meat.
  • 3
    Bake 25-35 minutes until outside is browned and meat is cooked through. Spoon juice from the pan over the meat, and allow to rest approximately 10 minutes. Slice into 1-inch pieces, garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

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