Zesty Cranberry-Orange Glazed Pork Tenderloin
Delight your taste buds with this Zesty Cranberry-Orange Glazed Pork Tenderloin! This dish promises flavor galore with a beautiful balance of sweet and tangy notes. The pork tenderloin remains moist and succulent as it cooks in a delicious sauce made from whole berry cranberry sauce, fresh orange juice, and aromatic spices. Perfect for impressing your guests or enjoying as a comforting weeknight meal, this dish also creates a scrumptious gravy that pairs wonderfully with rice. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh orange slices, for a stunning presentation that will make any dining table shine!
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Servings
60
Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
Pork tenderloin
1 lb (whole)
Salt
1 teaspoon (rubbed on pork)
Onion
1 (chopped)
Celery rib
1 (chopped)
Whole berry cranberry sauce
15 ounces (canned)
Orange juice
3 ounces (freshly squeezed or bottled)
Dry mustard
1 teaspoon (dry)
Cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon (ground)
Lemon juice
2 teaspoons (freshly squeezed)
Honey
2 tablespoons (liquid)
Brown sugar
2 tablespoons (packed)
Chili sauce or barbecue sauce
3 tablespoons (bottled)
Orange
1 (sliced)
Cornstarch
1 tablespoon (for thickening)
Cold water
3 tablespoons (for mixing with cornstarch)
Instructions
1
Rub salt evenly over the pork tenderloin, ensuring it is well-coated. If desired, lightly sear the pork in a small amount of oil over medium heat for added color and flavor.
2
In a medium bowl, combine chopped onion, celery, whole berry cranberry sauce, orange juice, dry mustard, cinnamon, lemon juice, honey, brown sugar, and chili or barbecue sauce. Mix well until all ingredients are blended.
3
Place the tenderloin in the bottom of the crock pot and pour the cranberry-orange sauce over it, ensuring it is covered completely.
4
Cover the crock pot and cook on high for the first hour, then reduce the heat to low and continue cooking for an additional 2 to 3 hours, until the pork is tender and cooked through.
5
About 30 minutes before the cooking time is up, lift the lid quickly and arrange the orange slices on top of the pork. Do not stir; instead, allow the orange slices to infuse the dish with their citrus aroma.
6
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with cold water until smooth. Stir this mixture into the crock pot during the last 10 minutes of cooking to thicken the sauce.
7
Once done, serve the pork tenderloin sliced over a bed of cooked rice and drizzle with the delicious gravy from the crock pot. Enjoy every flavorful bite!
Nutrition Information
1.7g
Fat
6.7g
Carbs
4.2g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is called Zesty Cranberry-Orange Glazed Pork Tenderloin.
What is the primary protein used in this dish?
The primary protein is 1 lb of whole pork tenderloin.
How should I prepare the pork before putting it in the crock pot?
You should rub salt evenly over the pork tenderloin and optionally sear it in oil for added color.
What vegetables are included in the sauce?
The sauce includes chopped onion and chopped celery.
What type of cranberry sauce is required?
The recipe calls for 15 ounces of canned whole berry cranberry sauce.
How much orange juice is needed?
You will need 3 ounces of orange juice, which can be freshly squeezed or bottled.
Which spices are used for seasoning?
The recipe uses dry mustard and ground cinnamon.
What sweeteners are added to the glaze?
The glaze is sweetened with honey and packed brown sugar.
Can I use barbecue sauce instead of chili sauce?
Yes, you can use either 3 tablespoons of chili sauce or barbecue sauce.
What is the initial cooking setting for the crock pot?
Cook the pork on high for the first hour.
How long should the pork cook on the low setting?
After the first hour, reduce heat to low and cook for an additional 2 to 3 hours.
When should I add the orange slices?
Arrange the orange slices on top of the pork about 30 minutes before the cooking time is up.
Should I stir the sauce after adding the orange slices?
No, do not stir; allow the slices to sit on top to infuse the dish with citrus aroma.
How do I thicken the gravy?
Mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 3 tablespoons of cold water and stir it into the crock pot during the last 10 minutes.
What is the best way to serve this dish?
Serve the pork sliced over a bed of cooked rice and drizzle it with the gravy from the crock pot.
Is this recipe suitable for a holiday meal?
Yes, it is tagged as a holiday meal and is perfect for impressing guests.
How many calories are in a serving?
There are 60 calories per serving according to the recipe data.
What is the fat content per serving?
The fat content is 1.7g.
How much protein does this dish provide?
Each serving provides 4.2g of protein.
What is the carbohydrate count?
There are 6.7g of carbohydrates per serving.
Does the recipe use lemon juice?
Yes, it includes 2 teaspoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
What is the texture of the finished pork?
The pork tenderloin remains moist and succulent.
Is searing the pork mandatory?
No, searing is optional for added color and flavor.
How much salt is used to rub the pork?
Use 1 teaspoon of salt.
What is the total number of ingredients?
The recipe contains 15 ingredients.
Is this considered an easy recipe?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe and a comfort food.
How much honey is required?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of liquid honey.
How much brown sugar is used?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of packed brown sugar.
What is the purpose of the cold water?
The cold water is used to mix with cornstarch to create a thickening slurry.
What type of appliance is used for cooking?
This is a crock pot or slow cooker recipe.