Savory Teriyaki Dijon Pork Tenderloin with Sautéed Mushrooms, Onions, and Baked Apple Sauce
Experience a delightful blend of flavors with this Savory Teriyaki Dijon Pork Tenderloin dish, created for the 2009 Canadian Living Magazine Cook of the Year Contest. This recipe masterfully combines the rich, savory notes of teriyaki and Dijon mustard with the sweetness of baked apples and sautéed mushrooms and onions. Each tender, juicy pork tenderloin is enveloped in a luscious sauce that enhances the dish's overall appeal without overpowering it. Perfect for a family dinner or special occasions, this dish can be served alongside your choice of rice, orzo, or potatoes, making it a versatile and satisfying meal that will surely impress your guests. Remember, this recipe omits added salt and pepper, allowing the natural flavors of the ingredients to shine through! Don't forget to taste before you salt. Enjoy the harmony of flavors and the warm experience of gathering around a delicious homemade meal.
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Servings
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Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
Pork Tenderloin
4 (Fresh, cleaned, and trimmed)
Water
1/3 cup (For cooking apple)
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
3-4 tablespoons (For sautéing)
Cooking Apple
1 (Peeled, cored, and chopped)
Cooking Onion
1 medium (Sliced)
Fresh Mushrooms
8 medium (Cleaned and quartered)
Garlic Cloves
2 (Peeled, crushed, and chopped fine)
Rubbed Sage
2 tablespoons (Dried)
Liquid Honey
1/3 cup (Pure)
Teriyaki Sauce
1/3 cup (Ready to use)
Smooth Dijon Mustard
1/4 cup (Ready to use)
Cherry Tomatoes
15-20 (To garnish)
Fresh Herbs
2-3 sprigs (Examples include parsley, sage, or rosemary for garnish)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Peel, core, and roughly chop the cooking apple. In a small covered saucepan, combine 1/3 cup of water and the chopped apple. Over medium-low heat, cook until the apples break down into a chunky, unsweetened apple sauce, approximately 15-20 minutes. Set aside once done.
3
While the apple cooks, clean and quarter the mushrooms.
4
In a large sauté pan, heat about 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the sliced onions for about 3-4 minutes until they become translucent. Then, add the quartered mushrooms and crushed garlic. Cover and sauté for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5
Stir in 2 tablespoons of rubbed sage until well combined, then remove the pan from heat.
6
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, teriyaki sauce, Dijon mustard, and the unsweetened apple sauce. Add the sautéed mushroom and onion mixture, stirring until evenly incorporated.
7
In the same sauté pan, add an additional tablespoon of olive oil. Sear the pork tenderloins on all sides until browned and caramelized, about 4-5 minutes per side.
8
Place the seared pork tenderloins in a large, oval roasting pan. Pour the prepared mushroom and onion sauce evenly over the tenderloins.
9
Cover the roasting pan and bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F (63°C).
10
Once cooked, carefully remove the pork from the roasting pan and place it on a warmed serving platter. Cover with foil and let rest for 10 minutes while you keep the sauce warm on low heat on the stove.
11
Slice each tenderloin in half to create 8 serving pieces. Arrange on the platter and drizzle the mushroom and onion sauce over the top. Garnish with cherry tomatoes and fresh herbs.
12
Serve alongside rice, orzo, potatoes, and your choice of vegetables, allowing guests to add more sauce from a gravy boat if desired.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main protein used in this recipe?
The main protein used in this recipe is pork tenderloin.
How many pork tenderloins are required?
You will need 4 fresh, cleaned, and trimmed pork tenderloins.
What oven temperature is required for baking the pork?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How is the apple sauce for this recipe prepared?
Peel, core, and chop a cooking apple, then cook it with 1/3 cup of water in a small covered saucepan over medium-low heat for 15-20 minutes until it becomes chunky and unsweetened.
What type of oil is recommended for sautéing the vegetables?
Extra virgin olive oil is recommended for sautéing.
How long should the onions be sautéed?
The sliced onions should be sautéed for about 3-4 minutes until they become translucent.
When should the mushrooms and garlic be added to the pan?
Add the quartered mushrooms and crushed garlic after the onions have become translucent, then sauté for another 5 minutes.
What herb is used to season the mushroom and onion mixture?
Two tablespoons of dried rubbed sage are stirred into the mixture.
What ingredients are whisked together to make the base sauce?
The sauce is made by whisking together liquid honey, teriyaki sauce, smooth Dijon mustard, and the prepared unsweetened apple sauce.
Is the pork tenderloin seared before baking?
Yes, the pork tenderloins should be seared in a sauté pan with olive oil until browned and caramelized.
How long should the pork be seared on each side?
The pork should be seared for about 4-5 minutes per side.
What type of roasting pan is suggested for this dish?
A large, oval roasting pan is suggested.
How long does the pork tenderloin need to bake?
The pork should bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour.
What is the safe internal temperature for the cooked pork?
The internal temperature of the pork should reach 145°F (63°C).
Should the pork rest after being removed from the oven?
Yes, the pork should rest for 10 minutes covered with foil before slicing.
How should the tenderloins be sliced for serving?
Each tenderloin should be sliced in half to create a total of 8 serving pieces.
What garnishes are suggested for this dish?
The dish can be garnished with cherry tomatoes and fresh herbs such as parsley, sage, or rosemary.
What side dishes pair well with this pork recipe?
It is recommended to serve the pork alongside rice, orzo, or potatoes, and a choice of vegetables.
Does this recipe include added salt and pepper?
No, this recipe specifically omits added salt and pepper to allow the natural flavors of the ingredients to shine.
What contest was this recipe created for?
It was created for the 2009 Canadian Living Magazine Cook of the Year Contest.
Can I use different types of mushrooms?
The recipe calls for 8 medium fresh mushrooms, cleaned and quartered.
What type of mustard is best for the sauce?
Smooth Dijon mustard is specified for the sauce.
How much honey is used in the sauce?
The recipe calls for 1/3 cup of pure liquid honey.
What type of apple is used for the apple sauce?
One medium cooking apple is used.
How many garlic cloves are needed?
The recipe uses 2 garlic cloves, peeled, crushed, and chopped fine.
Is the roasting pan covered or uncovered during baking?
The roasting pan should be covered while baking in the oven.
How much teriyaki sauce is required?
You will need 1/3 cup of ready-to-use teriyaki sauce.
Should the sauce be served separately?
The sauce is drizzled over the pork, but extra sauce can be served in a gravy boat if desired.
Is this recipe considered easy to make?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe suitable for family dinners.
How many cherry tomatoes are used for the garnish?
Approximately 15-20 cherry tomatoes are used for garnish.