Honey Garlic Roasted Pork Tenderloin in Air Fryer

Equipment

• Air fryer
• Mixing bowl
• Whisk
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Meat thermometer
• Tongs
• Cutting board
• Sharp knife

Ingredients

For the Pork Tenderloin

• 2 pounds pork tenderloin
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

For the Honey Garlic Glaze

• ¼ cup honey
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Optional Garnishes

• Chopped parsley
• Green onions
• Sesame seeds
• Lemon wedges

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Pork

1. Trim excess silver skin from the pork tenderloin.
2. Pat the tenderloin dry using paper towels.
3. In a small bowl combine:
4. Salt
5. Black pepper
6. Paprika
7. Garlic powder
8. Onion powder
9. Rub the pork with olive oil and coat evenly with the seasoning mixture.
10. Time: 10 minutes
11. Intensity: Easy

Step 2: Prepare the Honey Garlic Glaze

1. In a medium bowl whisk together:
2. Honey
3. Minced garlic
4. Soy sauce
5. Dijon mustard
6. Apple cider vinegar
7. Sesame oil
8. Red pepper flakes
9. Reserve half of the glaze for serving.
10. Use the remaining glaze to coat the pork tenderloin thoroughly.
11. Time: 5 minutes
12. Intensity: Easy

Step 3: Marinate (Optional)

1. For maximum flavor, allow the pork to marinate for 15–30 minutes.
2. If you’re short on time, you may cook immediately.
3. Time: 15–30 minutes
4. Intensity: Easy

Step 4: Preheat the Air Fryer

1. Preheat the air fryer to:
2. 380°F (193°C)
3. Allow it to heat for 3–5 minutes.
4. Preheating helps achieve even cooking and caramelization.
5. Time: 5 minutes
6. Intensity: Easy

Step 5: Air Fry the Pork Tenderloin

1. Place the tenderloin into the air fryer basket.
2. Cook at:
3. 380°F (193°C) for 10 minutes
4. Carefully flip the tenderloin.
5. Brush with additional glaze.
6. Continue cooking for:
7. 10–15 minutes
8. Cook until the thickest portion reaches:
9. 145°F (63°C)
10. using a meat thermometer.
11. Cooking Time: 20–25 minutes
12. Intensity: Moderate

Step 6: Rest the Pork

1. Transfer the pork tenderloin to a cutting board.
2. Loosely tent with foil.
3. Allow it to rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
4. Resting keeps the juices inside the meat.
5. Time: 10 minutes
6. Intensity: Easy

Step 7: Slice and Serve

1. Slice the tenderloin into medallions approximately ½ inch thick.
2. Drizzle with reserved honey garlic glaze.
3. Garnish with:
4. Chopped parsley
5. Sesame seeds
6. Green onions
7. Serve immediately.
8. Time: 5 minutes
9. Intensity: Easy

Nutrition

Calories: 310 · Protein: 34g · Fat: 13g · Carbohydrates: 12g · Saturated Fat: 3g · Fiber: 0g · Sugar: 10g · Sodium: 420mg