Pork Tenderloin with Balsamic Glaze
Tender, juicy pork loin pan-seared and finished with a rich, tangy balsamic reduction. A restaurant-quality Italian-inspired dish ready in under 30 minutes.
- Total time
- 28 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 38g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Remove pork from refrigerator 15 minutes before cooking. Pat dry with paper towels.
Step 2
Season generously on all sides with salt and pepper.
Step 3
Heat olive oil in a 12-inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Step 4
Sear pork for 3-4 minutes per side until deep golden brown. Transfer to a cutting board.
Step 5
Return skillet to medium heat. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 6
Pour in balsamic vinegar, beef broth, and honey. Stir in rosemary and thyme. Simmer 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
Step 7
Return pork to skillet and cook 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until internal temperature reaches 145°F on a meat thermometer.
Step 8
Remove from heat and rest pork 5 minutes before slicing.
Step 9
Slice pork into 0.5-inch thick medallions and arrange on serving plates.
Step 10
Spoon balsamic glaze with herbs over pork and serve immediately.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch cast iron skillet
- paper towels
- meat thermometer
- cutting board
- sharp knife
- wooden spoon
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