Sweet and Spiced Oven-Roasted Molasses Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients

- 1 pork tenderloin (about 1.5 pounds)
- 1/4 cup molasses
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon clove powder
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Prepare the Marinade:
In a mixing bowl, combine the molasses, brown sugar, garlic powder, ground ginger, clove powder, nutmeg, and xanthan gum. Mix until the ingredients are thoroughly incorporated, forming a thick paste.

2. Season the Pork:
Pat the pork tenderloin dry with paper towels. Season all sides with salt and black pepper.

3. Apply the Marinade:
Rub the molasses mixture evenly over the pork tenderloin, ensuring it's completely coated. For best results, let the pork marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to merge.

4. Preheat the Oven:
Set your oven to preheat at 375°F (190°C).

5. Roast the Pork:
Place the marinated pork tenderloin on a roasting rack in a baking dish. Insert it into the preheated oven and roast for about 25-30 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). This will yield a juicy, tenderloin with a hint of pink in the center.

6. Rest and Serve:
Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes to allow the juices to redistribute. Slice the tenderloin into medallions before serving.

Preparation & Cooking Times

Preparation Time:
PT15M
15 minutes

Cooking Time:
PT30M
30 minutes

Total Time:
PT1H15M
1 hour 15 minutes

Type of Dish

Dinner

Keywords

- Pork tenderloin recipe
- Molasses marinade
- Oven roast pork
- Spiced pork dinner
- Sweet and spiced pork
- Xanthan gum recipes
- Clove and nutmeg pork
- Easy roasted pork
- Gourmet pork dish
- Flavorful dinner recipe

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Approximately 1,440 calories for the entire dish

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