Brazil Nut Free Apple Cider Pork Tenderloin
Pork tenderloin gets a serious upgrade here, seared until deeply golden and then roasted to juicy perfection before being blanketed in a glossy apple cider pan sauce that smells absolutely incredible. The spice rub — turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon — gives the meat a warm, aromatic crust that plays beautifully against the sweet-tart sauce built from unfiltered apple cider, bone broth, garlic, and a touch of honey. Every ingredient in this recipe is straightforward and whole-food-based, so there's no need to scrutinize labels for hidden nut derivatives or worry about cross-contact from processed seasonings. The pan sauce comes together right in the same skillet used to sear the pork, picking up all those caramelized bits for maximum depth of flavor. Fresh thyme ties everything together with a herby brightness that keeps the dish feeling light despite how rich and satisfying it is. Slice the tenderloin into medallions, spoon that syrupy sauce generously over the top, and you've got a dinner that looks like it came from a proper restaurant kitchen.
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4 servings
- 1 pork tenderloin (about 1 ¼ lb), silver skin removed
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ceylon cinnamon
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
For the sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh apple cider (unfiltered, no added sugar)
- ½ cup bone broth (homemade or aip-compliant brand)
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Pat the pork tenderloin completely dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, stir together the salt, turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon, then rub the mixture evenly over all sides of the tenderloin.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a 12-inch oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the tenderloin and sear, turning every 2 minutes, until browned on all sides, about 8 minutes total.
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