Honey Garlic Glazed Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients

For the Pork

• 1–1.2 lb (500 g) pork tenderloin

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp paprika

Honey Garlic Sauce

• 3 tbsp honey

• 3 tbsp soy sauce

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp brown sugar

• 1 tbsp rice vinegar or lemon juice

• 1 tsp chili flakes (optional)

• 1 tsp cornstarch

• 2 tbsp water

Garnish

• Fresh parsley or cilantro

• Sesame seeds

• Chopped red chili

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Pork

1. Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).

2. Pat the pork tenderloin dry with paper towels.

3. Rub with:

   • olive oil

   • salt

   • pepper

   • paprika.

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2. Sear the Meat

1. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat.

2. Sear the pork on all sides for 2–3 minutes each side until golden brown.

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3. Make the Honey Garlic Sauce

In a bowl mix:

• honey

• soy sauce

• garlic

• brown sugar

• vinegar

• chili flakes

In another small bowl mix cornstarch + water, then add it to the sauce.

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4. Roast the Pork

1. Transfer the seared pork to a baking dish.

2. Pour half of the sauce over the pork.

3. Roast for 15–20 minutes until internal temperature reaches 63°C (145°F).

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5. Glaze

1. Heat the remaining sauce in a small pan until slightly thickened.

2. Brush or drizzle over the sliced pork.

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6. Serve

Slice the pork and garnish with:

• parsley

• sesame seeds

• fresh chili.

Serve with:

• roasted vegetables

• mashed potatoes

• steamed rice.

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⭐ Tips

• Let the pork rest 5–10 minutes before slicing so it stays juicy.

• Add ginger to the sauce for an Asian-style flavor.

• You can also cook it in an air fryer at 190°C for about 15 minutes.