Caramelized Pork Tenderloin

Indulge in this succulent Caramelized Pork Tenderloin recipe, featuring tender pork wrapped in bacon and glazed with a sweet and tangy balsamic-honey mixture. Perfectly cooked to juicy perfection, it’s a delightful dish for any occasion!

Ingredients:

• 1 (2 to 2.5 lbs) pork tenderloin
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon Baklouti Fused Olive Oil
• 1 tablespoon Portuguese Chiquitita EVOO (Extra Virgin Olive Oil)
• 3 tablespoons Lavender Dark Balsamic Vinegar
• 4 to 6 slices bacon
• 1/3 cup honey
• 2 tablespoons mustard

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven:
   • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. Prepare Pork Tenderloin:
   • In a small bowl, combine salt and paprika. Rub the mixture evenly over the pork tenderloin.
   • Wrap the tenderloin with bacon slices, securing the sides with toothpicks.
3. Sear the Tenderloin:
   • Heat Baklouti Fused Olive Oil and Chiquitita EVOO in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Place the prepared pork tenderloin in the skillet and sear until all sides are nicely browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.
4. Prepare Glaze:
   • In a small bowl, mix Lavender Dark Balsamic Vinegar, honey, and mustard until well combined.
5. Caramelize and Bake:
   • Brush the prepared glaze generously over the top of the seared pork tenderloin.
   • Continue cooking in the skillet for 10-15 minutes, basting occasionally with the glaze until it caramelizes.
6. Finish in the Oven:
   • Transfer the pork tenderloin to a foil-covered baking sheet and wrap it loosely with aluminum foil.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, allowing the juices to redistribute within the meat.
7. Serve:
   • Remove the toothpicks, slice the tenderloin, and serve hot.