Beef Free Lemon Garlic Pork Tenderloin
Bright, herby, and deeply satisfying, this pork tenderloin is the kind of centerpiece that looks impressive but comes together with surprisingly little fuss. The marinade does the heavy lifting — fresh rosemary, thyme, lemon zest, and a touch of turmeric work together to build layers of flavor that penetrate the meat whether you marinate for 30 minutes or let it sit overnight. Searing the tenderloin in a hot skillet before finishing it in the oven gives you that gorgeous golden crust with a juicy, perfectly cooked interior. Pork tenderloin is one of the leanest, most versatile cuts out there, and it shines here without a single ingredient that comes from beef. The finish of fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon keeps everything bright and clean on the plate. Slice it into medallions and it's elegant enough for a dinner party, easy enough for a weeknight.
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4 servings
For the marinade
- 1 ½ lb pork tenderloin (1 large or 2 small)
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced (about 3 tbsp juice)
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- ¾ tsp kosher salt
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp of the olive oil, the garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, rosemary, thyme, turmeric, black pepper, and salt until combined.
- 2
Pat the pork tenderloin dry with paper towels, then place it in a shallow dish or zip-top bag. Pour the marinade over the pork, turning to coat on all sides. Marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 8 hours.
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