Tart Cherry Date Glazed Pork (Printable version)

Tender pork tenderloin glazed with a tangy blend of tart cherries and dates for elegant, easy cooking.

# Ingredient List:

→ Pork

01 - 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin, trimmed
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp kosher salt
04 - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Glaze

05 - ½ cup dried tart cherries
06 - 4 Medjool dates, pitted and chopped
07 - ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
08 - 2 tbsp honey
09 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
10 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
11 - ¼ cup water

→ Garnish

12 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat pork tenderloin dry. Rub evenly with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper.
02 - Combine dried tart cherries, chopped dates, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and water in a small saucepan. Simmer over medium heat 7 to 8 minutes until fruit softens and mixture thickens. Remove from heat and purée until smooth using an immersion blender or regular blender.
03 - Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork on all sides until browned, approximately 2 to 3 minutes per side.
04 - Brush half of the glaze over the pork. Transfer skillet to preheated oven. Roast 18 to 22 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
05 - Remove skillet from oven. Let pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
06 - Slice pork tenderloin and drizzle with remaining glaze. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Elegant budget-friendly main dish
  • Complex flavors with minimal effort
02 -
  • Marinate pork in half the glaze for up to 2 hours for extra flavor
  • Dried cranberries can substitute for tart cherries if unavailable
03 -
  • Use an oven-safe skillet to sear and roast to avoid extra dishes
  • Pat pork dry before seasoning for better browning
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