Description
Ina Garten’s rosemary roasted pork tenderloins deliver Mediterranean warmth straight from her kitchen. Rich herb-infused meat promises a delectable dinner that combines elegant simplicity with robust flavor profiles for home cooks seeking culinary comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 pork tenderloins, trimmed (1¼ pounds / 567 grams each)
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons / 30 milliliters coarsely chopped fresh rosemary
- Flaked sea salt, such as Maldon
- Freshly ground black pepper
Accompaniment:
- Olive oil
- Mango chutney, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the cooking environment by thoroughly cleaning the oven and positioning a rack in the top third. Allow the pork tenderloins to reach room temperature over 30 minutes, which helps ensure even cooking.
- Arrange the tenderloins on a sheet pan, positioning them smooth side up with approximately 1½ inches of space between them. Meticulously pat the meat dry using paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Generously coat the tenderloins with of olive oil, ensuring complete coverage. Distribute chopped rosemary evenly across the surface, then season with of sea salt and of freshly ground black pepper.
- Carefully tuck the thinner tail ends underneath the main portion of the tenderloins. Secure these sections using kitchen string to create a uniform thickness, which promotes consistent cooking.
- Preheat the oven to 500°F (260°C), ensuring it reaches the precise temperature before inserting the meat. Roast the tenderloins for exactly 5½ minutes on the prepared rack.
- After the initial roasting, immediately turn off the oven. Leave the tenderloins inside without opening the door for one full hour, allowing residual heat to complete the cooking process gently.
- Once the resting period concludes, carefully transfer the tenderloins to a cutting board. Slice the meat into thick, generous portions that showcase the tender, juicy interior.
- Finish by sprinkling additional sea salt over the sliced meat and serve warm alongside tangy mango chutney for a complementary flavor profile.
Notes
- Resting before cooking helps the pork reach room temperature, ensuring even cooking and better flavor absorption.
- Monitoring internal temperature with a meat thermometer prevents overcooking and guarantees juicy, tender meat every time.
- Keeping the oven door closed after roasting traps residual heat, allowing the pork to continue cooking gently without drying out.
- Allowing meat to rest after slicing redistributes delicious juices throughout the cut, creating a more succulent eating experience.
- Complementing the pork with fresh, vibrant side dishes like roasted seasonal vegetables or crisp salads elevates the entire meal.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 47g
- Cholesterol: 130mg