Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
32%
Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin
45 min.
4
410kcal

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This Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin is a delicious and impressive main course for any occasion. It's easy to make, but looks and tastes like a dish from a fancy restaurant. The pork tenderloin is seasoned with salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then wrapped in a bacon weave and baked to perfection. The result is a juicy and flavorful pork dish that your family and friends will love.

The key to this recipe is the bacon wrapping. Not only does it add flavor to the pork, but it also keeps the meat moist and juicy. The bacon fat bastes the pork as it cooks, resulting in a tender and delicious dish. The fresh sage leaves added to the bacon give a subtle earthy flavor that complements the pork perfectly.

This recipe is also incredibly versatile. You can serve it as a main course for a fancy dinner party or as a simple weeknight meal. It's also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions. Serve it with your favorite sides and enjoy the delicious flavors of this Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin.

Ingredients

  • slices bacon 
  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  • servings coarse salt 
  • 10 leaves sage fresh
  • pinch garlic powder 
  • pounds pork tenderloin 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Remove about an inch off the tapered end of each tenderloin to make a perfect cylinder.Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of garlic powder.
  2. Lay the bacon strips in a overlapping line on a sheet of cling wrap.
  3. Place sage leaves all over bacon (about 9-10 leaves).
  4. Place 1 piece of tenderloin across the short ends of the bacon and roll to cover with the bacon.Repeat with the other tenderloin segments.Preheat oven to 425 F.
  5. Place the tenderloin in non-stick pan and sear on all sides over medium-high heat.
  6. Transfer the pan to the preheated oven and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning the pieces after 5 minutes to ensure even cooking.

Nutrition Facts

Calories410kcal
Protein51.51%
Fat47.96%
Carbs0.53%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.25
Glycemic Load
0.01
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
28.32347826087%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:410.25kcal
20.51%
Fat:21.11g
32.48%
Saturated Fat:7.07g
44.19%
Carbohydrates:0.52g
0.17%
Net Carbohydrates:0.49g
0.18%
Sugar:0g
0%
Cholesterol:169.2mg
56.4%
Sodium:530.22mg
23.05%
Protein:51.02g
102.03%
Vitamin B1:2.32mg
154.58%
Selenium:75.36µg
107.66%
Vitamin B6:1.82mg
91.17%
Vitamin B3:16.32mg
81.6%
Phosphorus:598.93mg
59.89%
Vitamin B2:0.79mg
46.55%
Zinc:4.63mg
30.9%
Potassium:958.75mg
27.39%
Copper:0.52mg
26.24%
Vitamin B12:1.34µg
22.41%
Vitamin B5:2.08mg
20.83%
Magnesium:65.56mg
16.39%
Iron:2.36mg
13.11%
Vitamin D:0.81µg
5.42%
Vitamin E:0.64mg
4.28%
Manganese:0.06mg
2.95%
Calcium:16.51mg
1.65%