Balsamic Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Baby Potatoes
Balsamic Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Baby Potatoes is a flavor-packed dish that combines tender pork with a luscious balsamic glaze and perfectly roasted baby potatoes. This recipe is simple yet sophisticated, making it ideal for family dinners or special occasions. The sweet and tangy glaze caramelizes beautifully, elevating the entire meal to restaurant-quality status.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pork tenderloin
- 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 pound baby potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 sprigs fresh rosemary
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, mix balsamic vinegar, honey, minced garlic (optional), salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the pork tenderloin in half of the marinade for at least 30 minutes.
- Toss baby potatoes in olive oil, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
- Place marinated pork on one side of a baking sheet and spread out potatoes on the other side.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Baste the pork with remaining marinade halfway through cooking for extra flavor.
- Let rest before slicing and serve with your favorite sides.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (152g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added depth of flavor, sear the pork in a hot skillet before roasting. Substitute baby potatoes with sweet potatoes or seasonal vegetables for variety. To enhance the glaze, consider adding a splash of orange juice.