27 Best Pork Loin & Tenderloin Recipes (2024)

Pork tenderloin is the perfect vehicle for the spicy sweet sauce in these lettuce wraps. If you're not a fan of finger food (no judgment!), you could also just transform the whole thing into a rice or grain-based bowl.

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Pork loin may seem intimidating, but if you cook it right, it can be extremely good. Plus, you can flavor it in so many ways; woody herbs like thyme and rosemary infuse a lot of fragrant flavor. Mustard is also always classic (we love grainy Dijon-style!) and pairs nicely with brown sugar. Also, butter. Always butter. Switch it up with chimichurri, a fig jam, or even with sauerkraut.

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Fast-cooking pork tenderloin is a regular in our weeknight dinner rotation, but that doesn’t mean we let it become so routine that it becomes boring. Instead, we mix it up each week with a variety of different flavors and preparations, and this ultra-stuffed mushroom, spinach, and Gruyère pork tenderloin certainly does that.

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Thanks to a magical combination of brown sugar, cumin, paprika, and lemon zest, this is honestly one of our all-time favorite pork recipes. Round out the meal with some vegetables like grilled asparagus or grilled zucchini to create a dynamite summer meal. Don't skimp on the chimichurri!

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The maple rosemary glaze is so good on the pork, sure, but it also helps flavor the potatoes too. You can also add in some carrots and red onions in place of some of the potatoes for even more delicious roasted vegetable options.

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Juicy pork tenderloin seriously deserves its own spotlight. We keep the seasoning simple here: chili powder, cumin, garlic powder. If you want another flavor profile, the world is your oyster: oregano and Italian seasoning, ranch seasoning, taco seasoning, or even just salt and black pepper will do.

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Banh mi is the PERFECT sandwich. Rich, savory meat combined with bright and crunchy homemade pickles stuffed into fluffy French bread; what's not to love?! We love this version because it requires minimal ingredients but still packs a powerful punch of flavor.

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Pork and sauerkraut is traditionally eaten on New Year's Eve as a good luck tradition (may we suggest alongside some black-eyed peas?!), but don't let that not inspire you to eat it throughout the year.

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Our Cuban sandwich is of the South Floridian variety, without salami. But we don't need it in this case: Along with layers of ham, Swiss, pickles, and mustard, there's also the super-juicy slow-roasted pork loin that we marinate for 2 hours in a citrus blend.

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We glaze this pork tenderloin with a bright citrusy, garlic reduction that couldn't be simpler, but looks really fancy. Complete your meal with a side dish, like one of these exciting rice recipes.

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You may not normally think to turn to your slow cooker for a large, lean piece of meat, but this dish will definitely change your mind. Pork loin becomes super-tender and juicy as it cooks, and the sweet and tangy glaze on the outside seals the deal.

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This sweet and savory roast pork will definitely be a favorite fall entrée. In just 15 minutes, you'll be transported to mustardy, cider-glazed oblivion.

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Grilling a pork tenderloin may seem fancy, but it comes together super fast. Want to add even more flavor? You could grill your pineapple before chopping up into a grilled pineapple salsa.

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This pork loin is jam-packed with the classic, tried-and-true flavor combination of apple, bacon, rosemary, and pecan, complimented perfectly by the Dijon glaze on top. Pair it with some mashed potatoes and hearty roasted vegetables for a simple but delicious dinner all year round.

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These panko bread crumbs seasoned with Dijon mustard and thyme instantly upgrade any type of meat, especially this juicy pork tenderloin.

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The secret ingredient to these flavorful skewers? Coca-Cola! If you love these, you should try these banh mi kebabs next!

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Upgrade your regular chili with this flavorful spin. Roasted pork loin rubbed in cumin, brown sugar, and cayenne tastes insanely delicious when stewed with tomatoes and cauliflower.

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No one wants to spend their time doing dishes after dinner and that's why we need fun sheet-pan dinners like these. This bacon wrapped pork tenderloin gets baked with asparagus and red onion to create a complete meal.

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Sweet peaches are the perfect complement to juicy pork tenderloin and peppery arugula.

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This state's famous mustard-based sauce is a product of German heritage. While it's commonly mixed into pulled pork, try it on grilled pork tenderloin for a quicker, healthier option.

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