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
- 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
- Protein 10.41 g Good Source
- Carbs 12.64 g Moderate
- Total Fat 14.08 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 2.34 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 30.62 mg Moderate
- Sodium 320.83 mg Moderate
- Fiber 1.14 g Low Source
- Sugar 7.72 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.16 g Low Source
- Calcium 4.99 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.39 mg Low Source
- Potassium 10.38 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 61.78 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 2.55 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Sulfites
- Corn 🌽
- Garlic 🧄
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