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Ingredients
- 1/4 cup plus 1 Tbsp olive oil, divided
- Juice of 2 lemons (1/4 cup)
- 4 garlic cloves, halved
- 2 pork tenderloins (about 2 lbs total)
- 2 Tbsp light brown sugar (sugar substitutes available!)
- 1/2 tsp salt
Method
- In a large resealable plastic storage bag or a shallow dish, combine
- 1/4 cup olive oil, the lemon juice, and garlic; add the tenderloins.
- Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for 30 minutes,
- turning the tenderloins after 15 minutes.
- Heat the remaining 1 Tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over
- medium-high heat. Place the tenderloins in the skillet, reserving
- the marinade.
- Cook for 10 - 12 minutes, until cooked to medium, or to desired
- doneness beyond that, turning to brown on all sides.
- Remove to a cutting board and cover to keep warm.
- Place the reserved marinade, the brown sugar, and salt in the
- skillet and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for
- 5 minutes.
- Slice the pork, and serve topped with the sauce.
- Serves 6.