Pan-Seared Pork Tenderloin with Tart Cherry Glaze
A sweet and savory dish where tender pork tenderloin is pan-seared to perfection and topped with a rich tart cherry glaze.
Ingredients
- ●1 (1 pound) pork tenderloin
- ●1/2 cup tart cherries
- ●2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ●2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ●2 tablespoons brown sugar
- ●1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ●1 sprig chopped fresh thyme
- ●to taste salt
- ●to taste black pepper
- ●2 tablespoons heavy cream
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- 2
Season the pork tenderloin with salt and black pepper.
- 3
Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 4
Sear the pork tenderloin until browned on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
- 5
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- 6
While the pork cooks, prepare the tart cherry glaze by combining the tart cherries, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and heavy cream in a small saucepan.
- 7
Bring the glaze to a simmer over medium heat and cook until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
- 8
Remove the pork from the oven and brush the tart cherry glaze over the top.
- 9
Return the pork to the oven and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the glaze is caramelized.
- 10
Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
- 11
Serve the pork tenderloin with additional tart cherry glaze spooned over the top, if desired.