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Total Time:25 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:4
Servings:
4
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OurAir-Fryer Pork Tenderloinis the recipe you need for no-fuss, easy weeknight cooking. Slathered in a delicious rub of sweet brown sugar, tangy mustard, tart balsamic vinegar and smoky paprika, the flavor is restaurant-worthy. The air-frying cooking method keeps the protein-rich pork moist and tender and soaks in the rub, so you get a perfect bite every time. Keep reading for our expert tips on how to prep your pork before going into the air-fryer and what to do with leftovers (if you even have any!)
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Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients1tablespoonbrown sugar2teaspoonsDijon mustard1teaspoonbalsamic vinegar½teaspoongarlic powder½teaspoononion powder½teaspoonsmoked paprika½teaspoonsalt¼teaspoonground pepper1poundpork tenderloin, trimmed
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Ingredients
1tablespoonbrown sugar
2teaspoonsDijon mustard
1teaspoonbalsamic vinegar
½teaspoongarlic powder
½teaspoononion powder
½teaspoonsmoked paprika
½teaspoonsalt
¼teaspoonground pepper
1poundpork tenderloin, trimmed
DirectionsPreheat air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes.Whisk 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 2 teaspoons mustard, 1 teaspoon vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper together in a small bowl.Pat 1 pound pork tenderloin dry with paper towels. (If using a small air fryer, cut the pork in half crosswise.) Rub the spice mixture onto the pork and place in the fryer basket. Cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part registers 145°F, 15 to 18 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.To make aheadYou can make the rub for the tenderloin up to a week ahead.Frequently Asked QuestionsThe pork tenderloin is a boneless and thinner cut compared to the pork loin, which is thicker and contains bones.Absolutely. You can roast the tenderloin in a preheated 400°F oven. It will be done when the thermometer placed in the thickest part of the meat reaches 145°F (about 20 minutes). Let the thermometer be your gauge of when it’s done—not an estimated time. You can also grill it!You can store pork tenderloin in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If you want to keep it longer, freeze it in a zip-top freezer bag for up to 3 months. If the pork is frozen, thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating it. Then, reheat it using an air fryer, microwave on medium or stovetop in a skillet over medium-low heat until it reaches your desired temperature. Slow and gentle cooking is recommended for the best results.Pair this with side dishes like ourSeasoned Black-Eyed PeasorSpicy Black-Eyed Pea & Collard Green Salad,Balsamic Oven-Roasted CarrotsorCrispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Butternut Squash Salad. And ourCreole Skillet Cornbreadis a must.EatingWell.com, June 2022
Directions
Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes.Whisk 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 2 teaspoons mustard, 1 teaspoon vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper together in a small bowl.Pat 1 pound pork tenderloin dry with paper towels. (If using a small air fryer, cut the pork in half crosswise.) Rub the spice mixture onto the pork and place in the fryer basket. Cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part registers 145°F, 15 to 18 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.To make aheadYou can make the rub for the tenderloin up to a week ahead.Frequently Asked QuestionsThe pork tenderloin is a boneless and thinner cut compared to the pork loin, which is thicker and contains bones.Absolutely. You can roast the tenderloin in a preheated 400°F oven. It will be done when the thermometer placed in the thickest part of the meat reaches 145°F (about 20 minutes). Let the thermometer be your gauge of when it’s done—not an estimated time. You can also grill it!You can store pork tenderloin in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If you want to keep it longer, freeze it in a zip-top freezer bag for up to 3 months. If the pork is frozen, thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating it. Then, reheat it using an air fryer, microwave on medium or stovetop in a skillet over medium-low heat until it reaches your desired temperature. Slow and gentle cooking is recommended for the best results.Pair this with side dishes like ourSeasoned Black-Eyed PeasorSpicy Black-Eyed Pea & Collard Green Salad,Balsamic Oven-Roasted CarrotsorCrispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Butternut Squash Salad. And ourCreole Skillet Cornbreadis a must.
Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes.
Whisk 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 2 teaspoons mustard, 1 teaspoon vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper together in a small bowl.
Pat 1 pound pork tenderloin dry with paper towels. (If using a small air fryer, cut the pork in half crosswise.) Rub the spice mixture onto the pork and place in the fryer basket. Cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part registers 145°F, 15 to 18 minutes. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
To make aheadYou can make the rub for the tenderloin up to a week ahead.
To make ahead
You can make the rub for the tenderloin up to a week ahead.
Frequently Asked QuestionsThe pork tenderloin is a boneless and thinner cut compared to the pork loin, which is thicker and contains bones.Absolutely. You can roast the tenderloin in a preheated 400°F oven. It will be done when the thermometer placed in the thickest part of the meat reaches 145°F (about 20 minutes). Let the thermometer be your gauge of when it’s done—not an estimated time. You can also grill it!You can store pork tenderloin in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If you want to keep it longer, freeze it in a zip-top freezer bag for up to 3 months. If the pork is frozen, thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating it. Then, reheat it using an air fryer, microwave on medium or stovetop in a skillet over medium-low heat until it reaches your desired temperature. Slow and gentle cooking is recommended for the best results.Pair this with side dishes like ourSeasoned Black-Eyed PeasorSpicy Black-Eyed Pea & Collard Green Salad,Balsamic Oven-Roasted CarrotsorCrispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Butternut Squash Salad. And ourCreole Skillet Cornbreadis a must.
Frequently Asked Questions
The pork tenderloin is a boneless and thinner cut compared to the pork loin, which is thicker and contains bones.
Absolutely. You can roast the tenderloin in a preheated 400°F oven. It will be done when the thermometer placed in the thickest part of the meat reaches 145°F (about 20 minutes). Let the thermometer be your gauge of when it’s done—not an estimated time. You can also grill it!
You can store pork tenderloin in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If you want to keep it longer, freeze it in a zip-top freezer bag for up to 3 months. If the pork is frozen, thaw it in the refrigerator before reheating it. Then, reheat it using an air fryer, microwave on medium or stovetop in a skillet over medium-low heat until it reaches your desired temperature. Slow and gentle cooking is recommended for the best results.
Pair this with side dishes like ourSeasoned Black-Eyed PeasorSpicy Black-Eyed Pea & Collard Green Salad,Balsamic Oven-Roasted CarrotsorCrispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts & Butternut Squash Salad. And ourCreole Skillet Cornbreadis a must.
EatingWell.com, June 2022
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Nutrition Facts(per serving)144Calories3gFat4gCarbs24gProtein
Nutrition Facts(per serving)
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Sarah Pflugradt, Ph.D., RDN, CSCS
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