This delicious recipe combines tender pork tenderloin with the natural sweetness of apples and sweet potatoes, balanced with a touch of spice. The juicy pork is seasoned to perfection with a blend of spices and seared to create a flavorful crust. The apples and sweet potatoes are roasted until tender and caramelized, adding a hint of sweetness to every bite. This dish is the perfect combination of savory and sweet, making it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 apples, cored and sliced
- 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the spice mixture all over the pork tenderloin, making sure to coat it evenly.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork tenderloin and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until browned.
- Transfer the seared pork tenderloin to a baking dish.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the sliced apples and cubed sweet potatoes to the skillet and toss them in the garlic-infused oil.
- Drizzle the maple syrup over the apples and sweet potatoes, tossing to coat them evenly.
- Pour the apple and sweet potato mixture around the pork in the baking dish.
- Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 5 minutes to allow the pork to brown slightly.
- Remove the baking dish from the oven and let the pork rest for 5-7 minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.
