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Brown Sugar Dijon Pork Tenderloin

Brown Sugar Dijon Pork Tenderloin - Only two ingredients for this delicious dinner recipe! This sweet and savory glaze goes perfectly with the tender, juicy pork.

Enjoy this oven-baked Brown Sugar Dijon Pork Tenderloin recipe that is juicy, tender, and the right combination of savory and sweet. This glazed pork tenderloin comes with a dijon mustard sauce that is creamy, tangy, and sweet! 

Brown Sugar Dijon Pork Tenderloin - Only two ingredients for this delicious dinner recipe! This sweet and savory glaze goes perfectly with the tender, juicy pork.


Easy recipes such as this dijon glazed pork that are baked in the oven and finished within minutes are the best because dinner turns out to be easy and there aren’t a lot of steps to complete. This brown sugar and mustard glazed pork tenderloin recipe is not only simple but also delicious with the brown sugar rub and perfectly tender flavors of pork.

Brown sugar and pork tenderloin fit together nicely because the sugar rub on the outside of the pork creates a crispy sweet exterior that is balanced out by the creamy savoriness of dijon mustard. 

Prepare this pork tenderloin recipe whenever you’re craving a simple meal packed with juicy and satisfying flavors of comfort that are family-friendly and easy to fix for small or large crowds.

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    This brown sugar, glazed pork loin tastes best served with flavor-rich foods such as Loaded Mashed Potatoes, Candied Sweet Potatoes, Parmesan Thyme Roasted Potatoes, and Creamy Cauliflower just to name some of my favorite options!

    Brown Sugar Dijon Pork Tenderloin - Only two ingredients for this delicious dinner recipe! This sweet and savory glaze goes perfectly with the tender, juicy pork.

    Ingredients

    Brown Sugar Dijon Pork Tenderloin - A simple and memorable recipe for Brown Sugar Dijon Pork Tenderloin. Just two simple ingredients to create a meal your family will rave about!

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    How To Make It

    1. First, preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to make sure it is nice and toasty for the pork. Season both sides of the pork tenderloin with salt and pepper making sure to coat the entire surface to make sure it’s well-seasoned.
    2. Next, add the olive oil to a large skillet over medium heat and heat until warm. Add the pork tenderloin to the heated oil and brown on both sides for about two minutes. Browning the pork beforehand allows it to have the perfect crispy skin.
    3. Remove the pork from the skillet and place into the baking pan. With a basting brush, brush the entire pork with the Dijon mustard.
    4. With your hands, evenly coat the pork with the brown sugar. Massage and press the sugar into the pork to make sure it really absorbs the sweet flavors.
    5. Bake the dijon glazed pork tenderloin with brown sugar for 20 to 25 minutes or until the meat thermometer reads 145 degrees Fahrenheit internally. Be careful not to overcook the pork or it will be dry and the opposite of tasty!
    6. Remove the pork from the oven and allow it to rest and absorb all of the juicy flavors while you prepare the dipping sauce.
    7. In a bowl, combine the mayonnaise, dijon mustard, and brown sugar with a spoon. Mix the ingredients until nice and creamy. 
    Brown Sugar Dijon Pork Tenderloin - Only two ingredients for this delicious dinner recipe! This sweet and savory glaze goes perfectly with the tender, juicy pork.

    Variations

    How do I know if my pork tenderloin has finished cooking

    The best way to tell if your pork tenderloin has finished cooking is by using a meat thermometer. That way you can cook it correctly to your desired doneness without overcooking.

    It’s okay if you see pink inside the middle. It is similar to steak in the amount of pink that you see in the center. 

    Here are the temperatures you should be looking for according to how well done you would like your tenderloin:

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    Brown Sugar Dijon Pork Tenderloin - Only two ingredients for this delicious dinner recipe! This sweet and savory glaze goes perfectly with the tender, juicy pork.

    How do you keep pork tenderloin from drying out? 

    Right before baking, place the tenderloin fat side up in the baking dish to prevent the thinner parts of the meat from cooking too fast. 

    Do you cook pork loin covered or uncovered? 

    I typically cook my pork loin uncovered unless I notice it starts to brown too quickly! Cooking the pork uncovered allows it to have a nice golden finish.

    What To Serve With This

    Serve this pork tenderloin recipe for Easter or any other occasion with a variety of my favorite vegetables and carbs like Swiss Potatoes, Mashed Potatoes with Kale and Herbs, Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries and Bacon, and Roasted Root Vegetables.

    Brown Sugar Dijon Pork Tenderloin - Only two ingredients for this delicious dinner recipe! This sweet and savory glaze goes perfectly with the tender, juicy pork.

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    Do you have any amazing easy pork dinner recipes? I’m always looking for more recipes to try! Follow me on Instagram @simplystacieblog, on Facebook at Simply Stacie, and on Pinterest @SimplyStacie and let me know how you liked this and my other recipes!

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    Brown Sugar Dijon Pork Tenderloin

    Created by Stacie Vaughan
    Servings 4
    Prep Time 15 minutes
    Cook Time 30 minutes
    Total Time 45 minutes
    Only a few ingredients for this delicious dinner recipe! This sweet and savory glaze goes perfectly with the tender, juicy pork.

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 ½ lb pork tenderloin
    • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
    • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
    • ¼ cup brown sugar
    • salt and pepper to season

    Brown Sugar Dijon Dipping Sauce

    • 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
    • 1 ½ to 2 tbsp brown sugar
    • 2 tbsp mayonnaise

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 400°F. Season the pork tenderloin with salt and pepper on both sides.
    • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add pork tenderloin and brown, about 2 minutes per side. Remove from heat.
    • Place pork tenderloin in an oven proof pan. Brush the entire pork tenderloin with Dijon mustard. Then sprinkle the pork tenderloin with brown sugar all over and press gently with your fingers to make it absorb in.
    • Bake, uncovered, for 20 to 25 minutes, or until pork tenderloin has reached an internal temperature of 145°F. Remove from oven and let sit about 3 to 5 minutes before slicing.
    • Slice and serve with a Brown Sugar Dijon dipping sauce, if desired. To make the dipping sauce, simply mix together the Dijon mustard, mayonnaise and brown sugar. Taste test for desired sweetness.

    Notes

    For the best results, use a meat thermometer.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 4slices | Calories: 284kcal | Carbohydrates: 10.6g | Protein: 36.5g | Fat: 8.3g | Saturated Fat: 1.7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5.9g | Cholesterol: 110.6mg | Sodium: 483.3mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 9.8g

    The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

    Course Main Dishes
    Cuisine American
    Keyword brown sugar dijon pork, pork, pork tenderloin

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