Description
Pork Tenderloin with Dijon Mustard Cream Sauce is a harmonious blend of juicy pork, robust Dijon mustard, and a silky smooth cream sauce that’s sure to become a new family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pork tenderloins (about 1–1.5 pound each)
- 2 tablespoon olive oil, divided
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1–2 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard (optional)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Pat the pork tenderloins dry with paper towels and season with salt, pepper, oregano, thyme, and onion powder.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear the pork on all sides for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast the tenderloins for 18-25 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 145°F. Remove from the oven and tent with foil.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat, add minced garlic, and sauté for about a minute.
- Pour in lemon juice, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and optional whole grain mustard. Scrape up browned bits and bring to a gentle simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in dried thyme and season with salt and pepper to taste. Thin with water if necessary.
- Slice the pork into 1-inch thick slices and serve with the Dijon Mustard Cream Sauce.
Notes
This dish pairs beautifully with roasted potatoes, steamed veggies, or a fresh salad. Consider serving with a glass of white wine like Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 500
- Fat: 20
- Saturated Fat: 10
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 90