Bacon Brown Sugar Pork Tenderloin
This Bacon Brown Sugar Pork Tenderloin is a savory-sweet dinner favorite. Tender pork is coated in a flavorful brown sugar spice rub, wrapped in smoky bacon, then seared and roasted until juicy and perfectly cooked. The result is a rich, caramelized crust with a tender center that pairs beautifully with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Ingredients
- 1 pork tenderloin about 1.5-2 lbs
- 8-10 slices bacon
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Trim excess fat and silver skin from the pork tenderloin.
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over the pork tenderloin.
- Wrap bacon slices around the pork tenderloin, securing them with toothpicks if needed.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Sear the bacon-wrapped pork on all sides until the bacon starts to crisp, about 5–7 minutes.
- Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
- Slice and serve warm.
Notes
For extra caramelization, you can sprinkle a little additional brown sugar over the bacon before baking.
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcal
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