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Perfect Brown Butter Maple Dijon Pork Tenderloin Recipe with Easy Rosemary Potatoes

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A comforting and sophisticated weeknight dinner featuring juicy pork tenderloin with a nutty brown butter maple Dijon sauce, paired with crispy rosemary roasted potatoes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 to 1.25 pounds pork tenderloin, trimmed of excess fat
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter (about 57g), divided
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup (45ml)
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (30g)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried)
  • 1.5 pounds baby potatoes (680g), halved or quartered
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (30ml)
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss the halved baby potatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, chopped rosemary, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Pat the pork tenderloin dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt and pepper all over.
  4. Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter and allow it to melt and foam.
  5. Sear the pork tenderloin on all sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  6. Transfer the potatoes to the skillet around the pork, spreading them out in a single layer.
  7. Roast everything in the oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping the potatoes halfway through, until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) and potatoes are tender and golden.
  8. While the pork roasts, melt the remaining 3 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir frequently and watch closely as it foams and turns a rich golden brown (about 4-5 minutes). Remove from heat immediately.
  9. Whisk in maple syrup and Dijon mustard until smooth and glossy. Adjust seasoning with a pinch of salt if needed.
  10. Remove the skillet from the oven and transfer the pork to a cutting board. Tent loosely with foil and let rest for 5-7 minutes.
  11. Slice the pork into 1/2-inch (1.25 cm) slices and drizzle generously with the brown butter maple Dijon sauce. Serve alongside the rosemary potatoes.

Notes

Do not skip searing the pork to lock in juices. Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness at 145°F (63°C). Watch the butter carefully when browning to avoid burning. For crispier potatoes, parboil for 5 minutes before roasting. If skillet is crowded, roast potatoes separately on a baking sheet.

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Keywords: pork tenderloin, brown butter, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, rosemary potatoes, easy dinner, weeknight meal, comfort food

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