Description
This Marry Me Pork Tenderloin is a quick and easy dish that brings restaurant-quality flavors to your home. Tender pork in a creamy garlic and tomato sauce that is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pork tenderloin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt & pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon flour
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup dry white wine (or chicken broth)
- 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 small handful fresh basil (chopped/torn)
Instructions
- Trim and season the pork tenderloin; slice into 1-inch rounds and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet; sear the pork until golden brown on both sides.
- Remove pork and prepare the sauce with flour and minced garlic; whisk in white wine or broth and reduce.
- Add cream, tomato paste, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, and crushed red pepper; simmer until thickened.
- Stir in parmesan and basil; then, return the pork to the skillet and coat in sauce.
Notes
Make sure to let the pork rest after cooking to retain its juices.
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and presentation.
Consider gluten-free options for the flour to accommodate dietary needs.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 60g
- Cholesterol: 165mg