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This pork tenderloin is doused in a gorgeous rosemary dijon sauce and couldn\u2019t be easier to make!<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n This is one of those dinners that looks and sounds kinda fancy, but in reality, it\u2019s so simple to make. Plus you only need a handful of ingredients! Follow me\u2026<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Pork tenderloin (also sometimes known as \u2018pork fillet\u2019) is such an underrated cut of meat. It\u2019s so versatile<\/strong> and takes on so many gorgeous flavours<\/strong>. We\u2019ll get to the mustard cream sauce in just a sec, but first, let\u2019s talk tenderloin.<\/p>\n When it comes to cooking the pork, I highly recommend frying then finishing it off in the oven<\/strong>. If you just fried the tenderloin it\u2019s going to be tough and chewy by the time the centre cooks, and if you just baked it you miss out on caramelizing the outside. By frying first, you get to colour the meat<\/strong> and also build up a flavour crust\u00a0in the pan<\/strong>. Finishing in the oven allows you to cook through the centre to perfection<\/strong>, without the pork drying out.<\/p>\n Once it\u2019s cooked, it\u2019s important to let it rest to one side<\/strong>. If you slice right away the juices are going to pour out. Resting the meat allows it to retain its juices and stay nice and soft.<\/p>\n Process shots: lay pork on chopping board (photo 1), season (photo 2), fry all over (photo 3), bake (photo 4).<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Whilst the pork rests, you\u2019ve got the perfect opportunity to whip up a sauce in the same pan<\/strong>. As the pork cooks in the pan, it\u2019ll transfer some flavour to the pan, which translates to char and golden bits stuck to the pan. This is free extra flavour, so don\u2019t waste it!<\/p>\n One thing I also like to add to the sauce is the resting juices from the pork<\/strong>. As the meat rests, you\u2019ll see a small pool of juice form around it. Again, this is free flavour, so don\u2019t waste it!<\/p>\n Process shots: fry garlic and rosemary (photo 1), deglaze with stock (photo 2), add cream and dijon (photo 3), add resting juices and simmer to thicken (photo 4).<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n The safe internal temp of pork is now 145F\/63C, which will result in the pork having a blush of pink. I highly recommend using a thermometer to cook the pork perfectly.<\/p>\n The mustard is definitely there, but it should be overpowering, especially not when eaten with the pork. You can increase the amount of dijon slightly if you\u2019d like. I just recommend starting conservatively!<\/p>\n I love rosemary in this recipe, but thyme and tarragon also work nicely. Do try rosemary first though, then branch out after and experiment if you\u2019d like to.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n After the pork has rested, I recommend slicing it into wedges (I like them around 3\/4\u2033 thick). From there, drizzle over the sauce like there\u2019s no tomorrow! I usually serve with Mash<\/a> and Green Beans<\/a>, but Roasted Potatoes<\/a> and your fave veg will work just great.<\/p>\n After another pork tenderloin recipe? Check out my Stuffed Pork Tenderloin<\/a>!<\/em><\/p>\n Alrighty, let\u2019s tuck into the full recipe for this creamy mustard pork tenderloin shall we?!<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/p>\nPork Tenderloin<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
Tips for Preparing Pork Tenderloin<\/h3>\n
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Cooking Pork Tenderloin<\/h3>\n
Resting the Pork<\/h3>\n
Rosemary Mustard Sauce<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
Mustard Cream Sauce Ingredients<\/h3>\n
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Creamy Mustard Pork Tenderloin FAQ<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
What is the safe internal temp of pork?<\/em><\/h3>\n
How strong is the sauce?<\/em><\/h3>\n
Can I use different herbs?<\/em><\/h3>\n
Serving Pork Tenderloin and Mustard Sauce<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
How to make Creamy Mustard Sauce with Pork Tenderloin<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0(Full Recipe & Video)<\/h2>\n