## Cranberry Orange Glazed Pork Tenderloin: A Triumph of Flavor!
### Introduction:
Having a grand dinner? Or maybe you just want to impress some friends? The Cranberry Orange Glazed Pork Tenderloin is your way to go! Made with a wonderful mingling of tangy cranberry, sweet honey, juicy oranges, and most importantly, a perfectly cooked pork tenderloin, this dish will steal the spotlight without a doubt.
### Why Make this Recipe:
What makes the Cranberry Orange Glazed Pork Tenderloin special is the combination of sweet and tangy flavors that enrich the perfectly cooked pork loin to a gourmet level. Moreover, it takes just around 35 minutes to prepare this exquisite dish, so it’s the ideal choice for a fast but impressive meal for busy weeknights.
### How to Make Cranberry Orange Glazed Pork Tenderloin:
This recipe is conveniently divided into two significant parts—preparing the pork and making the glaze.
#### Ingredients:
To prepare this recipe, you’ll need the following simple ingredients:
– Pork Tenderloins (1lb each)
– Salt and Pepper
– Olive Oil
– Cranberry Juice
– Cranberries (Fresh or Frozen)
– Honey
– Orange Juice and Zest
– Cornstarch and Water
#### Directions:
1. Preheat your oven and season the pork.
2. Sear the seasoned pork in a skillet using olive oil.
3. Move the skillet to the preheated oven.
4. After baking, let the pork rest.
5. Meanwhile, make the cranberry-orange glaze on the stove.
6. Serve the pork tenderloin with generous drizzles of the glaze.
### How to Serve the Cranberry Orange Glazed Pork Tenderloin:
The beauty of this recipe is its compatible flavor with many side dishes. You could serve this with simple steamed vegetables or a well-seasoned veggie stir-fry. Our personal favorite is roasted potatoes and green beans.
### How to Store the Cranberry Orange Glazed Pork Tenderloin:
Store the leftover pork and glaze separately in the refrigerator. Glyightly heat the pork in the oven and warm the glaze on the stove before serving.
### Tips to Make Cranberry Orange Glazed Pork Tenderloin:
– Pat-dry the pork before seasoning. It helps to get a better sear.
– Make sure not to over-bake the pork. Keeping an instant thermometer handy is a great way to avoid that.
### Variation:
You could substitute the pork with chicken breast if you prefer that. The baking time may vary, so keep an eye on that.
### FAQs:
**1. Can I use bottled orange juice?**
Yes, altough I recommend fresh juice, if bottled orange juice is more convenient for you, that’s also acceptable.
**2. Can I use dried cranberries?**
Fresh or frozen cranberries work best for the glaze, but if those aren’t available, you can use dried.
**3. Can I use this glaze with other meats?**
Absolutely! The cranberry orange glaze goes well with chicken and turkey too.