Rubbed Pork Tenderloin With Dijon-Apricot Mop Sauce

Name: Rubbed Pork Tenderloin With Dijon-Apricot Mop Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon dried rosemary, crushed; 1 tablespoon dried thyme, crumbled; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 2 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper; 2 teaspoons paprika; 2 teaspoons celery seeds; 2 (1 lb) pork tenderloin, all visible fat removed; Dijon-Apricot Mop Sauce; 1 teaspoon vegetable oil; 1 small onion, finely chopped (3/8 cup); 1/2 cup cider vinegar; 1/4 cup honey; 1/4 cup all-fruit apricot preserves; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon grated lemon, zest of; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; vegetable oil cooking spray

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon dried rosemary, crushed
1 tablespoon dried thyme, crumbled
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper
2 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons celery seeds
2 (1 lb) pork tenderloin, all visible fat removed
Dijon-Apricot Mop Sauce
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 small onion, finely chopped (3/8 cup)
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup all-fruit apricot preserves
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon grated lemon, zest of
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
vegetable oil cooking spray

1
In a small bowl, combine rub ingredients.
2
Using your hands or a spoon, rub mixture evenly over pork, set aside.
3
Preheat oven to 350 degrees or preheat grill on medium-high.
4
For mop sauce, heat oil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat, swirling to coat.
5
Saute onion for 2 to 3 minutes, or until translucent, stirring occasionally.
6
Stir in remaining sauce ingredients.
7
Bring to a boil.
8
Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
9
(You may wish to reserve 1/2 cup sauce to use as a dipping sauce for cooked pork.) Lightly spray a broiling pan and rack with vegetable oil spray.
10
Put tenderloins on rack in pan.
11
Bake for 30 minutes.
12
Using a pastry brush or basting mop (a small dishwashing mop can be used, new and clean, of course), baste on all sides.
13
Bake for 10 minutes, then baste again.
14
Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until pork is no longer pink in the center or registers 165 degrees on meat thermometer.
15
Or grill tenderloins for 10 minutes per side (40 minutes total), then baste with mop sauce and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until pork is cooked through.

226

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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: 1 tablespoon dried rosemary, crushed, 1 tablespoon dried thyme, crumbled, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, 2 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper, and more.

Yes, Rubbed Pork Tenderloin With Dijon-Apricot Mop Sauce 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!