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Spanish Paprika Pork Tenderloin

Tender pork loin rubbed with smoked paprika, garlic, and Spanish spices, then seared and roasted until golden. A quick weeknight dinner with bold Mediterranean flavors.

Total time
35 min
Servings
4
Calories
285
Protein
38g
Spanish Paprika Pork Tenderloin
mediterraneanspanishporkweeknight dinnerroasted

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. Step 2

    Pat pork tenderloin dry with paper towels. Combine paprika, minced garlic, oregano, salt, pepper, and lemon zest in a small bowl. Stir in olive oil to form a paste.

  3. Step 3

    Rub the paprika mixture evenly all over the pork tenderloin, massaging it into the meat.

  4. Step 4

    Heat a 12-inch cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork for 2–3 minutes per side until deeply browned.

  5. Step 5

    Transfer skillet to the oven. Roast for 12–15 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) on an instant-read thermometer.

  6. Step 6

    Remove from oven and transfer pork to a cutting board. Pour wine into the hot skillet to deglaze, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 1 minute.

  7. Step 7

    Let pork rest for 5 minutes, then slice into 0.75-inch thick pieces.

  8. Step 8

    Arrange on a serving platter and drizzle with the pan sauce. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • 12-inch cast iron skillet
  • instant-read thermometer
  • cutting board
  • sharp knife
  • small mixing bowl
  • paper towels

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