Description

A quick and easy weeknight dinner featuring pork tenderloin coated in a shatteringly crisp garlic, herb, and panko breadcrumb crust. It’s juicy, flavorful, and ready in under 35 minutes.

Ingredients

Scale

1 to 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin (2 tenderloins of similar size)
2 tablespoons yellow mustard
Coarse salt and black pepper
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, leaves stripped
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil, optionally place a wire rack on top.
Pat the pork tenderloins dry with paper towels to ensure the crust sticks. Trim any silver skin.
Season the pork generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
Brush the entire surface of the pork with yellow mustard.
In a small bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, parsley, rosemary, garlic, Parmesan, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
Drizzle with olive oil and mix with fingers until crumbs resemble wet sand.
Press the breadcrumb mixture firmly onto the mustard-coated pork, ensuring an even, thick layer.
Place coated tenderloins on the prepared baking sheet or wire rack.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into medallions.
Serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

Patting the pork dry is crucial for the crust to adhere. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the pork reaches 145°F without drying out. Letting the pork rest for 5 minutes redistributes the juices. For extra crunch, toast the panko in a dry pan before mixing. If the crust softens in the fridge, re-crisp it under the broiler.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 medallion slice pe
Calories: 320
Sugar: 1
Sodium: 450
Fat: 14
Saturated Fat: 4
Carbohydrates: 12
Fiber: 1
Protein: 35

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