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Pork Tenderloin with Wine Sauce

17/11/2023

I’ll provide you with a recipe for a delicious pork tenderloin with wine sauce, with an Italian twist. Here’s how to make it:

Ingredients

  • 1 pork tenderloin of about 600-700 grams
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 150 ml of Italian red wine (such as Chianti or Barolo)
  • 1 tablespoon of butter
  • 1 tablespoon of flour
  • Beef broth as needed (optional)

Preparation

  1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C.
  2. Season the pork tenderloin evenly with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat the oil in an oven-proof skillet over medium-high heat and sear the pork tenderloin on all sides until golden — about 3-4 minutes per side.
  4. Add the rosemary and peeled garlic cloves to the skillet to flavor the oil.
  5. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the pork’s internal temperature reaches 63 °C. For a well-done tenderloin, leave it in for a few more minutes.
  6. Once the pork is cooked, transfer it to a cutting board and cover it with aluminum foil. Let it rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.
  7. Meanwhile, make the sauce. Remove the rosemary and garlic from the skillet and place it over medium heat. Add the red wine and let it reduce by half, scraping the skillet to incorporate all the flavors.
  8. Melt the butter in a small bowl and mix it with the flour until smooth, this will help thicken the sauce.
  9. Add the butter and flour mixture to the wine sauce, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens.
  10. If the sauce is too thick, you can thin it with a bit of beef broth to reach the desired consistency.
  11. Slice the pork and serve with the wine sauce on top.

Curiosity

Pork tenderloin is known for being a particularly tender and lean part of the pig, which is why it’s so prized. Pairing it with a rich red wine sauce adds depth and complexity to the dish, making it suitable for a special dinner. The wine chosen for the sauce can vary based on personal tastes and the wine you plan to serve during the meal.

Enjoy your meal!

Pork Tenderloin with Wine Sauce