In the glisten and shimmer of Orange Glazed Pork Tenderloin, you can catch a hint of the summer sun—a light that your tastebuds can bask in. The savory sweetness of the pork melds with the citrus brightness and fragrant herbaceousness of the glaze on top to create a flavor that both dazzles and comforts. Roasted to rosy juiciness, Orange Glazed Pork Tenderloin beckons everyone to the table to relax, enjoy, and feast. So feast away on this summery sensation!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds of pork tenderloin
- 1/3 cup fresh orange juice, plus orange slices for garnish
- kosher salt, to taste
- freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Directions
Step 1 –Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
Step 2 –Grease a large baking sheet.
Step 3 –Arrange the tenderloin on the baking sheet with the orange slices tucked under the edges.
Step 4 –Season the tenderloin with salt and pepper.
Step 5 –In a medium saucepan over medium heat, bring the orange juice, brown sugar, garlic, and Italian seasoning to a boil.
Step 6 –Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 7 –Reduce the heat to low and simmer until reduced by half, about 5-7 minutes.
Step 8 –Pour the sauce mixture over the pork.
Step 9 –Bake until the pork is cooked to just shy of 145 degrees F internally, about 35 minutes.
Step 10 –Switch the oven to broil and cook until the glaze caramelizes and the pork reaches 145 degrees F internally, about 5 minutes.
Step 11 –Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 12 –Slice and serve immediately.
