Cocoa-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Chocolate Tomato Sauce Recipe

Name: Cocoa-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Chocolate Tomato Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped; 1 onion, finely chopped; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus extra for seasoning; 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth; 1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary; 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar; One 14.75-ounce can crushed tomatoes; 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder; 2 teaspoons ground allspice; 2 teaspoons dark brown sugar; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; Two 1- to 1 1/4-pound pork tenderloins, trimmed; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 onion, finely chopped
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus extra for seasoning
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1 1/2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
One 14.75-ounce can crushed tomatoes
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
2 teaspoons ground allspice
2 teaspoons dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Two 1- to 1 1/4-pound pork tenderloins, trimmed
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

1
Position a rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 400 degrees F.
2
For the sauce: Heat the oil in a heavy medium saucepan over medium heat.
3
Add the garlic and onions.
4
Add 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
5
Cook until the onion is tender, about 4 minutes.
6
Stir in the cocoa powder.
7
Add the broth, rosemary, vinegar and tomatoes.
8
Bring the sauce to a simmer.
9
Cover the pan.
10
Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
11
Season with salt and pepper.
12
Remove the pan from the heat.
13
For the pork: Whisk the cocoa powder, allspice, dark brown sugar, salt and pepper in a small bowl to blend.
14
Place the pork on a heavy nonstick baking sheet.
15
Rub the allspice mixture over the pork.
16
Drizzle with olive oil and roast until a thermometer inserted into the center of the pork registers 145 degrees F, 25 to 30 minutes.
17
Tent loosely with foil and let rest 10 minutes.
18
Cut the pork crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
19
Arrange the slices on a platter.
20
Spoon the sauce over the pork and serve.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped, 1 onion, finely chopped, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning, and more.

Yes, Cocoa-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Chocolate Tomato Sauce falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Cocoa-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Chocolate Tomato Sauce

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