Best Oven Roasted Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients

• 1.5 lb Pork Tenderloin (trimmed, about 2‑inch thick)
• 2 Tbsp Olive Oil (extra virgin preferred)
• 2 Tbsp Brown Sugar (packed)
• 1 tsp Salt (kosher or table salt)
• 1 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder
• 1 tsp Ground Mustard
• 1 tsp Paprika (sweet or smoked)
• 1 tsp Onion Powder
• 2 Tbsp Worcestershire Sauce (generous drizzle)
• 0.5 cup Water

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven

   Set the oven to 400°F (200°C) and let it preheat while you prepare the pork.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 400°F

2. Line Baking Sheet

   Line a rimmed baking sheet with a sheet of aluminum foil, allowing the foil to extend up the sides about 1 inch.

   Time: PT2M

3. Make Barbecue Rub

   In a small mixing bowl combine brown sugar, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, ground mustard, paprika, and onion powder. Stir until evenly mixed.

   Time: PT5M

4. Pat Pork Dry

   Using paper towels, pat the pork tenderloin dry on all sides.

   Time: PT2M

5. Oil the Pork

   Drizzle 2 Tbsp olive oil over the tenderloin and rub it in so the meat is lightly coated.

   Time: PT2M

6. Apply Barbecue Rub

   Sprinkle the prepared barbecue rub over the pork, using a generous amount, and rub it into the meat on all sides.

   Time: PT3M

7. Sear the Pork

   Heat a skillet over medium‑high heat. Add a splash of oil if needed, then place the pork in the pan and sear each side until golden brown, about 2‑3 minutes per side.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: medium‑high

8. Transfer to Baking Sheet

   Using tongs, move the seared pork onto the foil‑lined baking sheet.

   Time: PT1M

9. Add Worcestershire Sauce

   Drizzle 2 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce evenly over the pork.

   Time: PT1M

10. Add Water

    Pour ½ cup water around the pork on the sheet; the water will mingle with the rub and keep the meat moist while baking.

    Time: PT1M

11. Cover with Foil

    Tightly cover the pork and the pan with another piece of aluminum foil.

    Time: PT1M

12. Bake

    Place the sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 25 minutes, or until an instant‑read thermometer inserted into the thickest part reads 145°F (63°C).

    Time: PT25M

    Temperature: 400°F

13. Rest

    Remove the foil and let the pork rest on a cutting board for 5 minutes before slicing.

    Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

25g

Carbohydrates

10g

Fat

12g

Fiber

0g