Savory Pork Tenderloin with Creamy Mustard Sauce Recipe
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin, trimmed
- 1 Prise salt
- 1 Prise black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 cup white wine (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Season the pork tenderloin generously with salt and black pepper.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the pork tenderloin and sear for about 2-3 minutes on each side until it's golden brown. Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant. If using, pour in the white wine to deglaze the skillet, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom. Let it simmer for another 2 minutes.
- Lower the heat to medium. Add the heavy cream, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, thyme, and lemon juice to the skillet. Whisk well to combine and let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Return the seared pork tenderloin to the skillet, spoon some of the sauce over the top, and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Roast for about 15-20 minutes or until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Once cooked, remove the skillet from the oven, cover the pork with foil, and let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Slice the pork tenderloin and drizzle with the creamy mustard sauce. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
💡 Chef's Notes
Let the pork rest before slicing for juiciness.