Brown Sugar and Balsamic Glazed Pork Tenderloin

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 55 mins | Additional Time: 10 mins | Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins | Yield: 8 Servings

This recipe is a must-try! The rich meaty flavour of the tenderloins and the balsamic glaze are what you just might need today!

Ingredients:

Glaze:

½ c brown sugar

½ c water

¼ c balsamic vinegar

2 tbsp soy sauce

1 tbsp cornstarch

Pork:

2 cloves garlic, crushed

1 ½ tsp ground sage

¾ tsp salt

¼ tsp pepper

2 (1 ½ lb) pork tenderloins

1 tbsp olive oil, or as needed

Directions:

Step 1: Place a saucepan on the stove, then add water, brown sugar, soy sauce, cornstarch, and balsamic vinegar. Stir until well combined.

Step 2: Turn the heat to medium and cook the mixture for about 5 minutes or until the texture becomes thick.

Step 3: Remove the pan from the heat.

Step 4: Prepare the oven and preheat to 175 degrees C or 350 degrees F.

Step 5: Apply cooking spray in a 9×13-inch baking sheet.

Step 6: In a mixing bowl, add garlic, sage, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well mixed.

Step 7: Coat each pork tenderloin with the mixed seasonings.

Step 8: Place a skillet on the stove and turn the heat to medium-high.

Step 9: Add oil and allow it to become hot.

Step 10: Add the pork tenderloins into the hot oil and cook each side for about 3 minutes or until they turn brown.

Step 11: Place the browned tenderloins onto a baking sheet.

Step 12: Generously brush the tenderloins with the glaze.

Step 13: Place the baking sheet inside the preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes.

Step 14: Open the oven and brush the tenderloins with more glaze. Bake for another 20 minutes or until done.

Step 15: Remove from the oven and allow the tenderloins to cool for at least 10 minutes.

Step 16: Serve and enjoy!

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