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Sticky Cajun Pork Tenderloin with Maple Glazed Carrots

Sticky Cajun Pork Tenderloin pairs the bold spices of Cajun seasoning with the sweetness of maple-glazed carrots for an unforgettable flavor combination. You’ll savor every bite.

Cooking time 30 min
Preparation time Prep 15 min
Total time Serves 6

Ingredients

  • 2 Pork Tenderloins
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 2 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • 1 tsp. black pepper
  • ½ tsp. granulated garlic
  • ½ tsp. granulated onion
  • ½ tsp. chili powder
  • ¼ tsp. oregano
  • ¼ tsp. dried thyme
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 2 lbs. carrots (scrubbed or peeled)
  • 5 tbsp. butter (cut into 10 halves)
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp. soy sauce
  • 2 tsp. Dijon mustard
  • 2 sprigs thyme leaves
  • ½ tsp. salt
  • ½ tsp. black pepper

Ingredients

  • 2 Pork Tenderloins
  • 2 tbsp. olive oil
  • 2 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. paprika
  • 1 tsp. black pepper
  • ½ tsp. granulated garlic
  • ½ tsp. granulated onion
  • ½ tsp. chili powder
  • ¼ tsp. oregano
  • ¼ tsp. dried thyme
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 2 lbs. carrots (scrubbed or peeled)
  • 5 tbsp. butter (cut into 10 halves)
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp. soy sauce
  • 2 tsp. Dijon mustard
  • 2 sprigs thyme leaves
  • ½ tsp. salt
  • ½ tsp. black pepper

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.

  2. In a small bowl combine salt, pepper, paprika, granulated garlic, granulated onion, chili powder, oregano, and thyme. Mix until well combined. (You can also use 2 tbsp. of your favorite Cajun seasoning.)

  3. Pat your tenderloins dry and season each with 1 tbsp. of the rub.

  4. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add in the olive oil. Once hot, sear the tenderloins on all 4 sides for about 3-4 minutes each. Remove and set aside.

  5. In the same pan with the drippings, add butter and let it melt. Once melted, add brown sugar and chicken broth.

  6. Place the tenderloins back in the pan and place in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reads 145-160 degrees F with a three-minute rest.

  7. Remove the tenderloin from the pan and set aside.

  8. Place the pan with the drippings on the stove over medium-high heat. Once the mixture begins to boil, reduce to a simmer until the sauce is thickened.

  9. Coat the tenderloins in the sauce, slice against the grain and pair with Maple Glazed Carrots and enjoy!

  10. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

  11. Spread the carrots in an even layer on a nonstick baking dish.

  12. In a bowl combine maple syrup, brown sugar, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, salt and pepper.

  13. Pour the mixture over the carrots and toss around until well coated.

  14. Add the butter on top of the carrots and roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes depending on the size of the carrots. When they are easily pierced with a fork they are ready.

  15. Garnish with thyme and season with more salt and pepper to taste and enjoy!

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