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Best Easy Apple Cider Braised Pork Tenderloin Recipe

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This apple cider braised pork tenderloin is a warm, comforting dish that delivers restaurant-quality results in under an hour. With a perfectly balanced sweet-tangy sauce and incredibly juicy meat, it’s the perfect showstopper for any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs (900 g) pork tenderloin
  • 2 cups (480 ml) apple cider
  • 1 cup (240 ml) low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 large yellow onion, sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 sprig fresh rosemary
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Let pork tenderloin sit at room temperature for 15 minutes. Pat dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the pork for 3-4 minutes per side until deep golden brown. Remove to a plate.
  3. Reduce heat to medium. Add butter, then sliced onion. Cook 2-3 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Pour in apple cider and chicken broth. Scrape up browned bits. Stir in Dijon mustard. Add thyme and rosemary sprigs.
  5. Return pork to the pot. Bring liquid to a gentle simmer. Cover and transfer to oven. Braise for 25-30 minutes until internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C).
  6. Remove from oven. Transfer pork to a cutting board, tent with foil, and rest for 10 minutes.
  7. Place pot on stovetop over medium heat. Remove herb sprigs. Simmer sauce 4-5 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in apple cider vinegar. Season to taste.
  8. Slice pork against the grain into 1-inch medallions. Spoon sauce and onions over the top. Serve immediately.

Notes

Don’t skip the sear—it builds flavor. Use a meat thermometer for perfect doneness. The final splash of apple cider vinegar brightens the sauce. Leftovers keep for up to 3 days in the refrigerator and taste even better the next day.

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