Ingredients
- 1 kg pork tenderloin roast
- salt and fresh black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp dried herb mix basil, oregano and/or thyme
- garnish with rosemary
Methods
Preheating and Preparation: Set the oven temperature to 350°F (180 C). Wash the pork tenderloin thoroughly and pat it dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and black pepper.
Searing the Pork: In a heavy-bottomed skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat for about a minute. Brown the pork tenderloin on all sides until a golden crust forms, approximately one minute per side. Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside.
Creating the Sauce Base: Melt butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Developing the Favor: Stir in balsamic vinegar and your preferred dried herb blend. Cook for one minute, or until the butter has completely melted and the sauce begins to thicken slightly.
Combining Pork and Sauce: Return the pork tenderloin to the skillet and coat lightly with the prepared sauce.
Oven Roasting: Cover the skillet with aluminium foil and transfer it to the preheated oven. Roast for 30 minutes. Uncover the skillet, spoon additional sauce over the pork, and then cover again. Continue roasting for another 30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145 °F (63 C).
Resting and Serving: Remove the skillet from the oven and loosely cover the pork with foil. Allow it to rest for approximately 15 minutes before slicing thinly. Garnish with fresh rosemary sprigs.
Nutrition Benefits of key ingredients
Pork
High in Protein: Pork is an excellent source of high-quality protein, which can help muscle growth and repair.
Rich in Vitamins: It contains several B vitamins, including B1 (thiamine), B3 (niacin), B6, and B12, which are important for energy production and brain function.
Mineral Content: Pork provides important minerals such as iron, zinc, phosphorus, and selenium, which can help support various bodily functions, including immune support and bone health.
Amino Acids: Pork is a complete protein, containing all essential amino acids required by the body.
Balsamic Vinegar
Antioxidant: Balsamic vinegar contains antioxidants called polyphenols, which can help support the body against free radicals, which can help overall wellbeing.
Digestive Aid: The acetic acid content in balsamic vinegar could help promote healthy digestion and gut function.
Weight Management Friendly: Low in calories and fat, balsamic vinegar is a versatile ingredient that fits into weight management plans.
Flavorful and Versatile: Balsamic vinegar adds a rich, complex taste to a wide range of dishes, making it a delicious and healthful culinary enhancement
Nutrition facts
About the author
Tonia studied Economics at the University of Athens and she spent most of her professional careers as the manager of Consumer Engagement and Interaction for the Sales and Marketing departments of one of the biggest companies in Greece. Later in her life, she explored more her passion for nutrition and wellness and decided to follow her heart and study nutrition at the University of Greenwich in London.
Later, to achieve a more holistic approach she pursued the paths of NLP and she is a certified NLP Practitioner and NLP Wellbeing Coach by the global organization INLPΤA.
Today, she has her own company, Believe in Yourself, and she has her own office as a Nutritionist and Wellness Coach in Athens Greece.
Implementing EEAT (Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, Trustworthiness)
Tonia studied Economics at the University of Athens and she spent most of her professional careers as the manager of Consumer Engagement and Interaction for the Sales and Marketing departments of one of the biggest companies in Greece. Later in her life, she explored more her passion for nutrition and wellness and decided to follow her heart and study nutrition at the University of Greenwich in London.
Later, to achieve a more holistic approach she pursued the paths of NLP and she is a certified NLP Practitioner and NLP Wellbeing Coach by the global organization INLPΤA.
Today, she has her own company, Believe in Yourself, and she has her own office as a Nutritionist and Wellness Coach in Athens Greece.
Implementing EEAT (Experience, Expertise, Authoritativeness, Trustworthiness)
