Oriental Pork Tenderloin

Elevate your dinner table with this flavorful Oriental Pork Tenderloin recipe, a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and aromatic spices. This dish features tender, juicy pork infused with a rich marinade of soy sauce, honey, garlic, fresh ginger, and sesame oil, delivering bold Asian-inspired flavors in every bite. The pork is first seared to lock in its juices, then baked to perfection, basting in its flavorful marinade for an irresistibly caramelized finish. With a quick 15-minute prep time, this recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or an elegant weekend dinner. Garnished with vibrant green onions and nutty sesame seeds, it’s as stunning as it is satisfying. Serve with steamed rice or a crisp side salad for a complete meal that's sure to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Pork tenderloin
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Honey
• 3 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp Fresh ginger, minced
• 1 tbsp Rice vinegar
• 1 tsp Sesame oil
• 1 tbsp Brown sugar
• 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
• 2 stalks Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
• 1 tsp Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, minced ginger, rice vinegar, sesame oil, brown sugar, and ground black pepper to create the marinade.

Step 2

Place the pork tenderloin in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over it, ensuring the meat is fully coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (preferably overnight) to allow the flavors to infuse.

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 4

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the pork tenderloin from the marinade (reserving the marinade for later) and sear the pork on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side, until a golden crust forms.

Step 5

Transfer the seared pork to a baking dish and pour the reserved marinade over the top.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F (63°C). Baste the pork with the marinade halfway through cooking for extra flavor.

Step 7

Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Step 8

Slice the tenderloin into medallions and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds, if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	648.1 grams (648.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	978

Total Fat 31.30g	40%
Saturated Fat 7.50g	38%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.10g
Cholesterol 308mg	103%
Sodium 3854mg	168%
Total Carbohydrate 55.10g	20%
Dietary Fiber 2.10g	8%
Total Sugars 44.50g
Protein 119.60g	239%

Vitamin D 36IU	182%
Calcium 128mg	10%
Iron 8mg	42%
Potassium 2515mg	54%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.7%

Protein: 48.8%

Carbs: 22.5%