Maple-Brined Pork Tenderloin Recipe

Name: Maple-Brined Pork Tenderloin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns, plus freshly ground black pepper, for seasoning; 6 whole cloves; 4 allspice berries; 3 juniper berries; 1/3 cup kosher salt, plus more for seasoning; 2 cups apple cider; 1/2 cup pure Grade A dark amber maple syrup; 1/3 cup maple sugar (See Note); 6 garlic cloves, peeled; 6 thyme sprigs; Four 1 1/4-pound pork tenderloins; 1/4 cup canola oil

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns, plus freshly ground black pepper, for seasoning
6 whole cloves
4 allspice berries
3 juniper berries
1/3 cup kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
2 cups apple cider
1/2 cup pure Grade A dark amber maple syrup
1/3 cup maple sugar (See Note)
6 garlic cloves, peeled
6 thyme sprigs
Four 1 1/4-pound pork tenderloins
1/4 cup canola oil

1
In a medium saucepan, toast the 1 teaspoon of black peppercorns with the cloves, allspice and juniper over moderate heat until fragrant, 2 minutes.
2
Add the 1/3 cup of salt and the apple cider, syrup, sugar, garlic and thyme to the saucepan and bring just to a simmer, stirring.
3
Add 3 cups of cold water and pour the brine into a small roasting pan; let cool.
4
Add the pork tenderloins, cover and refrigerate for 6 to 8 hours.
5
Preheat the oven to 350.
6
Drain the pork, discarding the brine.
7
Pat the pork dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
8
In a very large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of the canola oil until shimmering.
9
Add 2 of the pork tenderloins and cook over moderately high heat, turning, until browned all over, about 8 minutes.
10
Transfer the pork to a rimmed baking sheet.
11
Wipe out the skillet and repeat with the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil and 2 tenderloins.
12
Transfer the pork to the oven and roast for about 18 minutes, turning twice, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the meat registers 140.
13
Transfer the pork to a cutting board and let rest for 10 minutes.
14
Slice the pork and serve.

713

kcal

Calories

Fat

139

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns, plus freshly ground black pepper, for seasoning, 6 whole cloves, 4 allspice berries, 3 juniper berries, and more.

Yes, Maple-Brined Pork Tenderloin falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

Maple-Brined Pork Tenderloin

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