Nightshade Free Apple Cider Pork Tenderloin
Pork tenderloin can feel like a weeknight luxury, and this version absolutely delivers — golden-seared, warmly spiced, and finished in a glossy apple cider pan sauce that tastes like it took far more effort than it did. The spice rub of turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon gives the meat a beautiful color and a gently aromatic crust before it ever hits the oven. What makes this dish so satisfying for anyone avoiding nightshades is that every layer of flavor comes from ingredients that are naturally free of tomatoes, peppers, and their relatives — no substitutions needed, no flavor compromised. The sauce builds itself right in the same skillet, with fresh garlic, unfiltered apple cider, bone broth, and a touch of honey coming together into something deeply savory with just a hint of sweetness. A splash of apple cider vinegar at the end brightens everything and keeps the sauce from tipping too rich. Sliced into medallions and draped with that glossy pan sauce, this is the kind of plate that looks impressive enough for guests but is genuinely simple enough for a regular weeknight dinner.
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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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