Easiest Pork Tenderloin

30 mins
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Remove the silver skin from the pork tenderloin using a thin, sharp knife.
  2. 2Season the pork tenderloin evenly and liberally with salt, pepper, granulated garlic, and herbs de Provence.
  3. 3Heat olive oil in an oven-proof skillet until almost shimmering.
  4. 4Sear the pork tenderloin in the hot skillet, without touching it, until a beautiful brown crust develops and it naturally releases from the pan.
  5. 5Season the other side of the seared pork tenderloin.
  6. 6Deglaze the pan with white wine, water, or chicken stock, adding just enough to cover the bottom of the skillet.
  7. 7Finish cooking the pork tenderloin in the oven for about 15 minutes.
  8. 8Let the pork tenderloin rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.

Ingredients

  • 1 to 1.5 lb pieces pork tenderloin
  • salt
  • pepper
  • granulated garlic
  • herbs de Provence
  • olive oil
  • white wine
  • water
  • chicken stock

Equipment

thin, sharp knifeoven-proof skilletoven-proof baking dish

Tips

  • Remove the silver skin for tenderness, though it's not essential.
  • Season evenly and liberally to develop a nice crust.
  • Do not touch the meat while searing until it naturally releases from the pan.
  • Let the meat rest for about 10 minutes after cooking to retain juices.