Roast Pork Tenderloin with Pepper Jelly Glaze

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
60%
Roast Pork Tenderloin with Pepper Jelly Glaze
75 min.
6
1050kcal

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Welcome to your next culinary adventure with this delectable Roast Pork Tenderloin with Pepper Jelly Glaze! This dish combines the rich, savory flavors of perfectly cooked pork tenderloin with a sweet and tangy glaze that is sure to impress at any meal. Whether you're preparing a family dinner or hosting friends for an evening gathering, this recipe will deliver a mouthwatering main course that stands out.

One of the greatest aspects of this roast pork tenderloin is its incredible versatility. It's equally suitable for a cozy family lunch or an elegant dinner party. The Cajun meat seasoning blends beautifully with the natural flavors of the pork, while the pepper jelly glaze adds a delightful kick that will leave everyone reaching for seconds. Plus, this dish is gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a wonderful option for guests with dietary restrictions.

With a health score of 60, you can indulge guilt-free in this very healthy roast. The dish is not only low in calories but also packed with protein, making it a nutritious choice without sacrificing flavor. The preparation takes about 75 minutes, allowing enough time for marinating to deepen those fantastic flavors. So roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your taste buds and your loved ones with this wholesome, savory roast pork tenderloin recipe!

Ingredients

  • tablespoons cajun meat seasoning blend (for testing purposes, we used Chef Paul's Meat Magic Seasoning)
  • 0.3 cup carrots diced finely
  • 1.3 cups chicken stock see 
  • tablespoon cornstarch dissolved in 1 tablespoon cold stock or water
  • tablespoon thyme leaves fresh coarsely chopped
  • tablespoon freshly garlic minced
  • pinch ground cumin 
  • cup pepper jelly 
  • 1.3 cups olive oil divided
  • tablespoons oregano fresh coarsely chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper freshly ground
  •  pork tenderloins whole trimmed
  • cup red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot)
  • 1.3 teaspoons salt divided
  • tablespoon unseasoned rice vinegar 
  • 0.3 cup very diced green red yellow finely ()

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • roasting pan
  • stove

Directions

  1. Whisk together 1/2 teaspoon salt, wine, and next 4 ingredients in a shallow dish. Slowly add 1 cup olive oil in a thin stream, whisking constantly.
  2. Add pork, cover, and chill at least 1 hour, or up to 1 day.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a medium saucepan over high heat.
  4. Add carrot, bell peppers, and onion, and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion begins to brown, about 8 minutes.
  5. Add cumin and remaining 3/4 teaspoon salt; cook 1 minute.
  6. Add Pepper Jelly, stock, and rice vinegar. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer 10 minutes.
  7. Raise heat to high, return mixture to a boil, and add dissolved cornstarch, whisking until well blended.
  8. Remove from heat, and set aside.
  9. Preheat oven to 35
  10. Heat remaining 1/4 cup olive oil in a roasting pan on stovetop over high heat.
  11. Remove pork from marinade and season with Cajun meat seasoning. Sear pork in pan 3 minutes on each side, and place in oven.
  12. Bake until internal temperature reaches 150, about 20 to 25 minutes.
  13. Remove from pan, and set aside 5 minutes before slicing.
  14. Drain any excess oil from pan.
  15. Add reserved Pepper Jelly mixture to pan over high heat, stirring to loosen particles from bottom. Bring to a boil, and remove from heat.
  16. Slice pork, and arrange on serving plates. Top each serving with 1/4 cup glaze from pan.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1050kcal
Protein51.17%
Fat28.39%
Carbs20.44%

Properties

Glycemic Index
47.31
Glycemic Load
21.63
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
52.896087231843%

Flavonoids

Petunidin
1.33mg
Delphinidin
1.67mg
Malvidin
10.5mg
Peonidin
0.74mg
Catechin
3.08mg
Epicatechin
4.26mg
Apigenin
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.9mg
Isorhamnetin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.14mg
Quercetin
0.4mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1050.33kcal
52.52%
Fat:31.43g
48.35%
Saturated Fat:8.7g
54.4%
Carbohydrates:50.9g
16.97%
Net Carbohydrates:45.94g
16.71%
Sugar:29.06g
32.29%
Cholesterol:394.53mg
131.51%
Sodium:895.4mg
38.93%
Alcohol:4.2g
100%
Alcohol %:0.65%
100%
Protein:127.44g
254.89%
Vitamin B1:5.99mg
399.39%
Selenium:186.11µg
265.87%
Vitamin B6:4.8mg
240.21%
Vitamin B3:41.31mg
206.57%
Phosphorus:1513.9mg
151.39%
Vitamin B2:2.18mg
128.42%
Zinc:11.72mg
78.11%
Potassium:2628.7mg
75.11%
Vitamin K:63.17µg
60.16%
Iron:9.93mg
55.15%
Vitamin B12:3.14µg
52.4%
Vitamin B5:5.19mg
51.9%
Magnesium:195.73mg
48.93%
Copper:0.7mg
34.93%
Manganese:0.63mg
31.58%
Vitamin E:4.42mg
29.5%
Vitamin A:1137.88IU
22.76%
Calcium:204.42mg
20.44%
Fiber:4.95g
19.82%
Vitamin C:12.89mg
15.62%
Vitamin D:1.81µg
12.09%
Folate:32.42µg
8.11%
Source:My Recipes