Low-and-Slow Pork Tenderloin Roast
Low-and-Slow Pork Tenderloin Roast features a gently roasted loin marinated with balsamic, garlic, thyme, and brown sugar for a tender, juicy interior and a caramelized crust. A glossy sherry pan sauce, thickened lightly with cornstarch, adds sweet-tangy depth that complements the pork. Serve for a relaxed weekend dinner or a special family meal where rich flavor and tenderness shine.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook3 hrs 15 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Low-and-Slow Pork Tenderloin Roast, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 38 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 50 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
How it scores for each health goal
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- 23
- Heart Health
- 56
- Metabolic
- 16
- Digestive
- 21
- Inflammatory
- 33
- Performance
- 26
- General Wellness
- 1
Put olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, brown sugar, thyme, dry mustard, and paprika in a food processor; process until blended. Pour the marinade into a resealable plastic bag. Add the pork tenderloin to the bag, seal it, and marinate in the refrigerator for 24 hours.
- 2
Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
- 3
Move the pork with the marinade into a Dutch oven.
- 4
Bake in the preheated oven for 3 hours.
- 5
Lift the pork from the Dutch oven to a plate, keeping the drippings in the pot. Cover the pork to keep it warm and set it aside.
- 6
Heat the drippings in the Dutch oven over medium heat on the stovetop. Add the sherry and bring it to a boil, scraping the browned bits from the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon.
- 7
Mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl; pour into the sauce in the pot. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 15 minutes.
- 8
Slice the pork tenderloin and serve with the sauce on the side or spooned over the top.
- Calories 222.24 kcal Moderate 11%
- Protein 10.41 g Good Source 21%
- Carbohydrate 12.64 g 5%
- Total Fat 14.08 g Moderate 18%
- Saturated Fat 2.34 g Moderate 12%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 30.62 mg Moderate 10%
- Sodium 320.83 mg Moderate 14%
- Dietary Fiber 1.14 g Low Source 4%
- Total Sugars 7.72 g --
- Added Sugars 0.16 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 3.69 mg Low Source 0%
- Iron 0.39 mg Low Source 2%
- Potassium 15.81 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin A 61.78 mcg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin C 2.55 mg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Sulfites
- Corn 🌽
- Garlic 🧄
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Low and Slow Pork Tenderloin Roast is made with 11 ingredients and serves 8. It takes about 3 hrs 30 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Brown Sugar, Cooking Sherry, and Cornstarch. Each serving provides about 222.24 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Low-and-Slow Pork Tenderloin Roast made of?
- The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Brown Sugar, Cooking Sherry, Cornstarch, Dry Mustard. The full list of 11 is above.
- How long does it take to make Low-and-Slow Pork Tenderloin Roast?
- About 3 hrs 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 3 hrs 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 222.24 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Low-and-Slow Pork Tenderloin Roast easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 11 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is Low-and-Slow Pork Tenderloin Roast healthy?
- Low-and-Slow Pork Tenderloin Roast has an easyChef Pro health score of 31/100. Per serving, it provides 222.24 calories and 10.41 g of protein, or 21% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 320.83 mg (14% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 2.34 g (12% of the Daily Value). It contains Sulfites, Corn, Garlic and Alcohol, 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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