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Pork Tenderloin with Dijon Cream Sauce

A succulent pork tenderloin served with a rich and creamy Dijon mustard sauce, perfect for a special dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pork Tenderloin
  • 1 pound pork tenderloin trimmed of silver skin
  • 1 teaspoon salt for seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Dijon Cream Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for cooking
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream for the sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme chopped, optional
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice for brightness

Method
 

Prepare the Pork Tenderloin
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season the pork tenderloin with salt and pepper.
Sear the Pork
  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Sear the pork tenderloin on all sides until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
Make the Dijon Cream Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Stir in heavy cream, Dijon mustard, thyme, and lemon juice. Simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Serve
  1. Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  2. Serve slices of pork tenderloin drizzled with Dijon cream sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 32gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gSugar: 1g

Notes

This dish pairs well with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.

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