Description
This recipe delivers a flavorful herb-crusted pork tenderloin in just 15 minutes, perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb pork tenderloin
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon mixed dried herbs (such as rosemary, thyme, oregano)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Pat the pork tenderloin dry with paper towels.
- In a small bowl, mix together the dried herbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Rub the herb mixture all over the pork tenderloin, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear the pork tenderloin for 6-8 minutes per side, or until it’s golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 145°F).
- Let the pork rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can use fresh herbs instead of dried, just double the amount.
- For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the herb mixture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg