This Apple Cider Pork dish combines the sweetness of apples with savory spices, creating a harmony that is perfect for autumn evenings.
Ingredients
Scale:
1.5 pounds Pork tenderloin
1/4 cup Apple cider vinegar
1 cup Apple cider
2 Fresh apples, sliced (preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
2 tablespoons Brown sugar
2 cloves Garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Cinnamon
1 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Pepper
2 tablespoons Olive oil
Instructions
In a bowl, combine apple cider vinegar, apple cider, brown sugar, minced garlic, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Whisk until well blended.
Place the pork tenderloin in a resealable plastic bag or shallow dish, and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Remove the pork from the marinade (reserve the marinade) and pat it dry with paper towels. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, and sear the pork on all sides until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Transfer the seared pork to a baking dish. Arrange the sliced apples around the pork, and pour the reserved marinade over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Let the pork rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
Serve with mashed sweet potatoes for a complete meal. Drizzle some of the cooking juices over the sliced pork and apples.
