Ingredients
– 8 to 10 slices of streaky bacon (long enough to wrap around the pork 1 1/2 times)
– 1 lb (500g) pork tenderloin, at room temperature
– Salt and pepper for seasoning
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup (honey preferred for thickness)
Instructions
1-Preheat your oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 200Β°C (390Β°F) or 180Β°C fan to get things started on the right note.
2-Arrange the bacon strips: Once your oven is ready, youβll arrange the bacon strips vertically on a board, slightly overlapping them to match the length of the pork.
3-Season the pork tenderloin: Season the pork tenderloin with salt and pepper, and tuck the thin end under for even cooking.
4-Sear the pork: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in an oven-proof skillet over high heat, then sear the pork on all sides until itβs nicely browned this step ensures even cooking and prevents the centers from overcooking.
5-Let the pork cool slightly: After searing, let the pork cool slightly before placing it on the bacon strips at the end nearest you.
6-Roll the pork: Use a knife to lift the bacon and roll the pork, making sure the seam faces down for a neat wrap.
7-Transfer and glaze: Transfer the wrapped pork back to the skillet and drizzle 2 tablespoons of honey over it, brushing to spread evenly for that sticky, flavorful glaze.
8-Bake: Bake for 25 minutes, basting with pan juices at the 20-minute mark to deepen the color and enhance juiciness.
9-Rest and serve: Finally, remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes; baste again before slicing and serving with the remaining pan juices.
Last Step:
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π₯ Pre-searing ensures even cooking and prevents overcooked centers.
π₯ Streaky bacon adds fat that bastes the pork, enhancing juiciness.
π― Honey and bacon fat create a sticky, flavorful glaze.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Searing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 511
- Sugar: 8.6g
- Sodium: 1227mg
- Fat: 28.8g
- Saturated Fat: 8.9g
- Carbohydrates: 9.4g
- Protein: 51.3g
- Cholesterol: 146mg
