Carrageenan Free Apple Cider Pork Tenderloin
Pork tenderloin can feel like a weeknight luxury, and this version absolutely delivers — warm spices, a glossy cider pan sauce, and tender, juicy medallions that look like they came from a proper restaurant kitchen. The rub of turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon gives the meat a beautifully fragrant crust before it even hits the oven, and the sauce built from unfiltered apple cider, bone broth, and a touch of honey reduces into something genuinely special. For anyone navigating carrageenan concerns, the tricky part with pork dishes is often the broth or store-bought sauces that sneak in thickeners and additives — here, the sauce is built entirely from scratch in the same skillet, so you know exactly what's in it. Using a homemade or AIP-compliant bone broth keeps the ingredient list clean without sacrificing any of that rich, savory depth. The sear-then-roast method locks in moisture and creates those caramelized browned bits that make the pan sauce so good. Fresh thyme scattered over the finished platter adds a bright, herby finish that ties the whole dish together beautifully.
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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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