Blackberry Herb Crusted Pork Tenderloin
Blackberry Herb Crusted Pork Tenderloin
Place on a cutting board:
2 Pork Tenderloin, 1 to 1-1/2 lbs each
Cut 4 slots evenly spaced on each tenderloin. In each slot, place 1 sliver of:
2 cloves Garlic, sliced into 8 slivers
In a bowl, combine:
1 tsp. Dried Oregano
1 tsp. Dried Thyme
1 tsp. Dried Basil
1 tsp. Dried Rosemary
1/2 tsp. Kosher Salt
Black Pepper to taste
Sprinkle seasonings evenly over tenderloins. Gently massage into meat. Place into a 13x9 casserole dish. Drizzle each loin with:
1 tsp Olive Oil
Roast in a 425 degree oven for 15-18 minutes, or until meat reaches an internal temperature of 150 degrees Fahrenheit. Allow to rest for 10 to 15 minutes. Drizzle with Blackberry Sauce and serve. Enjoy!
Blackberry Sauce
In a small saucepan, saute over medium high heat:
1/4 Sweet Onion, finely minced
1 tsp. Olive Oil
When the onions are becoming tender add:
1 clove Garlic, finely minced
1 pinch Kosher Salt
Black Pepper to taste
Saute just until the garlic becomes fragrant, typically 15 to 30 seconds. Reduce heat to medium and add:
1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar
1/2 cup Blackberry Jam, seedless
Stir until jam in fully melted and continue to cook until sauce begins to boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and allow to cook and reduce for 10 to 15 minutes.