Prep Time: 5 mins | Cook Time: 25 mins | Total Time: 30 mins | Servings: 4
I am obsessed with this sweet and salty pork tenderloin. Super moist and juicy meat that is perfectly seasoned and wrapped in crispy bacon. Not to mention it is glazed in an apricot Dijon sauce! This pork tenderloin is crazy amazing and beautiful, you’ll never think this is so easy and quick to throw together. I was intimidated at first, but when I looked at the simple ingredients and followed the easy steps, I knew I can pull this off. And I did! I have been making this ever since. This also never fails to impress everybody.
If you have a busy weeknight, but expecting guests, then this easy Apricot Glazed Bacon Wrapped Cajun Pork Tenderloin will save you. This is made in a single pan and ready in less than an hour. The exquisite glaze and combination of flavours will surely grab everyone’s attention in seconds!
Ingredients
6 strips bacon
1 1/2 lbs pork tenderloin
2 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
1 tbsp grainy Dijon mustard
3 tbsp apricot preserves
How to make Apricot Glazed Bacon Wrapped Cajun Pork Tenderloin
Step 1: Combine the Cajun seasoning and brown sugar until well mixed. Rub the pork tenderloin with it, then wrap with bacon.
Step 2: Cook the bacon-wrapped pork tenderloin in the hot oven-safe skillet over medium heat for approximately 10 to 15 minutes or until all sides are browned.
Step 3: Into a preheated 400 degrees F or 200 degrees C oven, place the pan. Roast the pork for about 10 to 15 minutes or until its internal temperature reached 140 degrees F. Near the end of roasting, brush the pork with the apricot preserves and mustard mixture.
Step 4: Remove from the oven when done. Tent the pork tenderloin and set it aside to rest for about 5 minutes. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts:
Calories 361, Fat 10.2g (Saturated 3.4g, Trans 0), Cholesterol 135mg, Sodium 619mg, Carbs 15.2g (Fiber 0, Sugars 11.3g), Protein 48.8g
Ingredients
- 6 strips bacon
- 1 1/2 lbs pork tenderloin
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tbsp grainy Dijon mustard
- 3 tbsp apricot preserves
Instructions
Step 1: Combine the Cajun seasoning and brown sugar until well mixed. Rub the pork tenderloin with it, then wrap with bacon.
Step 2: Cook the bacon-wrapped pork tenderloin in the hot oven-safe skillet over medium heat for approximately 10 to 15 minutes or until all sides are browned.
Step 3: Into a preheated 400 degrees F or 200 degrees C oven, place the pan. Roast the pork for about 10 to 15 minutes or until its internal temperature reached 140 degrees F. Near the end of roasting, brush the pork with the apricot preserves and mustard mixture.
Step 4: Remove from the oven when done. Tent the pork tenderloin and set it aside to rest for about 5 minutes. Serve and enjoy!
