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    Blackened Pork Tenderloin

    Mar 15, 2019 · 4 Comments

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    Some evenings, we all struggle with getting a meal we feel good about feeding our families on the table, especially if we are crunched for time. This Blackened Pork Tenderloin is so darned delicious and it’s fast to make too!

    Blackened Pork Tenderloin 30 Minute Meal

     

    This Blackened Pork Tenderloin is perfect for weeknight meals. You can make it in about 25-30 minutes or less depending on its size. Put one of the kids on salad duty and add a vegetable or starch and you have a quality meal. If I were you, I’d make an extra tenderloin for leftovers. Slicing it up and eating it cold what I like to do. You can also make sandwiches, add strips to a salad or simple reheat.

    Often I will undercook a second pork tenderloin, just a bit, so that when I reheat it, it’s perfect!

    I could eat pork tenderloin 3x’s a week, no joke! Yummmm!

    Why Did I Pan Sear The Pork Tenderloin Before Baking?

    I pan seared the pork tenderloin before finishing it off in the oven for two reasons. First searing it before roasting it in the oven (to cook it through), keeps the pork juices “in” which results in a moist and delicious piece of meat.

    Second, I love a good sear on both pork and beef. I am all about the contrast a nice crust adds as well as the flavor it yields. AND…Bonus! Searing the pork tenderloin first, in this case, shortens the overall cook time.

    Blackened Pork Tenderloin 30 Minute Meal

    What Is Pork Tenderloin?

    Not to be confused with the much larger pork loin, the pork tenderloin is similar to the filet mignon cut of beef. Pork tenderloin is long and thin with little marbling. It is a lean, tender cut of meat, typically weighing 1 1/4 to         1 3/4 pounds. A quick cook is perfect for a pork tenderloin vs a tougher cut of meat that you need to cook slow and low.

    What’s The Best Way To Cook Pork Tenderloin

    Remember to allow your meat to sit on the counter at room temperature for 30-40 minutes. The Pork Checkoff says the internal temperature you want to aim for when it comes to a pork tenderloin is 145-160, with a 3-minute rest. I opt for the lower end of that scale since tenderloin is typically only about 2 inches in width.

    How Do I Make Blackened Pork Tenderloin?

    The beauty of this Blackened Pork Tenderloin recipe is that it is quick and easy to make and in my opinion full of flavor. First, as with any meat, you want to allow the pork to sit on your counter for 30 minutes or so to come up to room temperature. This allows for a more even cook. Pat your pork dry, season with salt and pepper and then rub it down, coating it with blackening seasoning.

    You want a hot pan to get a good sear, so add 1 TBS or more or so of grapeseed or olive oil (more for 2 tenderloins), get it hot…just until the oil begins to shimmer (like I have shown on my Instagram Stories). Next, all you do is sear each side (yes, even the two side ends…for extra flavor) for 2 minutes…ends for 1 minute. Then pop it in a 350-degree oven for 15 minutes or so to finish it off. Once the internal temperature reaches 145-50, pull it out and allow it to rest for 3-4 minutes. Slice and serve.

    Cook time will vary based on the size & thickness of your tenderloin(s). And like I said above, cook two. The leftovers are great! Plus often plain pork tenderloins are sold in packs of 2.

    Blackened Pork Tenderloin 30 Minute Meal

    I hope you enjoy this Blackened Pork Tenderloin recipe as much as I do! Show me yours by Tagging me on Instagram @soufflebombay or #soufflebombay!

    Pork is so versatile and flavorful, some of my favorite recipes made with pork are:

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    I have PAGES and PAGES of pork recipes, to see more…Click here.

    Enjoy!

    Blackened Pork Tenderloin
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    5 from 2 votes

    Blackened Pork Tenderloin

    Fast & Easy recipe for Blackened Pork Tenderloin that is moist, full of flavor and perfect for any day of the week!
    Prep Time5 mins
    Cook Time25 mins
    Total Time30 mins
    Course: Entree
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 142kcal
    Author: Colleen Kennedy

    Ingredients

    • 1 or 2 pork tenderloins
    • Salt & black pepper
    • Blackening Season about 2 TBS per tenderloin
    • 2 TBS grapeseed or olive oil

    Instructions

    • Allow your pork tenderloin(s) to sit on your counter (unopened) for 30 minutes to come to room temperature and allow even cooking.
    • Just before cooking, pat the tenderloin(s) dry, season with salt and pepper and then season with blackening season, patting it on.
    • Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.
    • In a large skillet or griddle, heat 1-2 TBS of oil (just enough to cat your pan lightly) until it gets hot. I can always tell when the oil begins to have tiny "waves" or shimmer. Add your seasoned pork tenderloin (you should hear it hit the pan with a nice sizzle.).
    • Cook each side for 2 minutes, then using tongs, allow the short side of each end of the tenderloin to sear for 45-60 seconds. Adding a small amount of additional oil if needed.
    • Quickly place the meat into a baking dish or pan and finish it off in your preheated oven. For 15-25 minutes (depending on the size of your tenderloin) or until internal temp reaches 145.
    • Remove pork, allow it to sit on the counter for 4-5 minutes, slice and enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 6g | Calories: 142kcal | Protein: 22g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 258mg

    Blackened Pork Tenderloin 30 Minute Meal

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    1. Rust says

      March 15, 2019 at 11:56 pm

      5 stars
      I’m with you, Colleen ….I could eat pork tenderloin 3-4 times a week. I make mine very similar to how you do yours, but in a hotter oven and I preheat my cast iron (to 450) and do the sear there. But the end result is about the same – so delicious, and very tender.

      Perfect for leftovers too! (I always cook that second one also.) 🙂

      Great post, beautiful tenderloin!

      (Have to add …I cannot cook a decent pork loin to save my life. I’ve given up trying.)

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      • Colleen says

        March 29, 2019 at 12:44 pm

        Thank you! I have one in my fridge right now, lol! Love a pork tenderloin! I also cook pork tenderloin like this – https://soufflebombay.com/2014/09/bacon-wrapped-pork-loin-good-enough-to.html (many people tell me they make it) and this is my go-to for a pork roast, its good and you can’t mess it up, lol! https://soufflebombay.com/2012/08/sweet-spicy-bbq-pork-roast.html Good luck!

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    2. Suzanne says

      March 16, 2019 at 10:50 am

      5 stars
      You can brush this seasoning on bone-in pork chops too. That would be a much juicier meal.

      Reply
      • Colleen says

        March 29, 2019 at 12:41 pm

        Yum, good tip!

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