Entrée: United States – Berry and Spice Pork Tenderloin

Food safety reminder: Follow safe food-handling practices and use a food thermometer to verify safe internal cooking temperatures.

Serving Size: 2

Approximate Time

Prep 15 min

Cook 25 min

Additional 5 min

Total 45 min

Ingredients

1 pork tenderloin (about 1 lb / 450 g)
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp ground cumin
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tbsp (30 ml) olive oil
1 / 2 cup (75 g) blackberries
1 / 2 cup (60 g) raspberries
1 / 2 cup (75 g) strawberries, hulled and sliced
1 / 4 cup (85 g) honey
1 / 4 cup (60 ml) balsamic vinegar
1 / 2 cup (120 ml) Greek yogurt for garnish

Instructions

1. **Prepare the Pork**: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Mix the smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Rub this mixture all over the pork tenderloin.
2. **Cook the Pork**: Heat olive oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork on all sides until browned, about 6 minutes in total. Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast for 15-20 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
3. **Make the Berry Sauce**: In a small saucepan, combine the blackberries, raspberries, strawberries, honey, and balsamic vinegar. Cook over medium heat until the berries break down and the sauce thickens, about 10-15 minutes.
4. **Finish the Dish**: Remove the pork from the oven and allow it to rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with the berry sauce drizzled over the top and a dollop of Greek yogurt on the side for added creaminess.