Balsamic-Brown Sugar Glazed Pork Tenderloin
Balsamic-Brown Sugar Glazed Pork Tenderloin pairs juicy, oven-finished pork with a glossy sauce that balances mellow sweetness, gentle tang, and umami from soy and garlic. The glaze clings to each slice, adding a caramelized edge and aromatic sage notes. It’s a great choice for a cozy weeknight dinner or an elegant weekend centerpiece.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook55 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Balsamic-Brown Sugar Glazed Pork Tenderloin, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 32 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 18
- Heart Health
- 54
- Metabolic
- 20
- Digestive
- 26
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 37
- General Wellness
- 1
Whisk brown sugar, water, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, and cornstarch in a small saucepan over medium heat; cook, stirring constantly, until it thickens, 4 to 6 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- 2
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking sheet.
- 3
Mix garlic, sage, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl; rub the mixture onto the pork tenderloins.
- 4
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tenderloins and brown evenly, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Move them to the prepared baking sheet; brush with the balsamic glaze.
- 5
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Turn the tenderloins; brush with more glaze. Continue baking until slightly pink in the center, about 20 minutes more, or to your preferred doneness. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should register at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
- 6
Transfer the tenderloins to a platter; let rest for 10 minutes. Drizzle a little glaze on top. Carve. Serve the remaining glaze on the side.
- Calories 213.74 kcal Moderate 11%
- Protein 23.3 g Good Source 47%
- Carbohydrate 20.36 g 7%
- Total Fat 4.5 g Moderate 6%
- Saturated Fat 1.39 g Moderate 7%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 69.53 mg High 23%
- Sodium 848.42 mg High 37%
- Dietary Fiber 2.01 g Low Source 7%
- Total Sugars 14.03 g --
- Added Sugars 0.62 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 6.28 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 0.5 mg Low Source 3%
- Potassium 6.18 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 139.09 mcg Moderate 15%
- Vitamin C 4.43 mg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Soy 🌱
- Sulfites
- Corn 🌽
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Balsamic Brown Sugar Glazed Pork Tenderloin is made with 11 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 1 hr 5 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Brown Sugar, and Cornstarch. Each serving provides about 213.74 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Balsamic-Brown Sugar Glazed Pork Tenderloin made of?
- The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Brown Sugar, Cornstarch, Garlic. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Balsamic-Brown Sugar Glazed Pork Tenderloin?
- About 1 hr 5 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 55 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 213.74 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Balsamic-Brown Sugar Glazed Pork Tenderloin easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 11 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Balsamic-Brown Sugar Glazed Pork Tenderloin healthy?
- Balsamic-Brown Sugar Glazed Pork Tenderloin has an easyChef Pro health score of 39/100. Per serving, it provides 213.74 calories and 23.3 g of protein, or 47% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 848.42 mg (37% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 1.39 g (7% of the Daily Value). It contains Soy, Sulfites, Corn and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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