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Pork Tenderloin with Apricot Mustard

This elegant pork tenderloin with apricot mustard offers a sophisticated balance of sweet and savoury flavours, making it an ideal choice for a nutritious weekday dinner. The sharp tang of grainy mustard cuts through the sweetness of the apricot jam, creating a sticky, golden glaze that caramelises beautifully under the grill. Using fresh apricots adds a lovely seasonal bite and a vibrant splash of colour to the plate.

As a high-protein dish, this recipe is perfect for those looking for a lean yet satisfying meal that doesn't compromise on taste. The quick cooking time and minimal preparation make it a reliable favourite for busy evenings. Serve the tender, sliced pork with a side of steamed seasonal greens or a light watercress salad to complement the fruity glaze.

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Ingredients for Pork Tenderloin with Apricot Mustard

  • 80g grainy mustard

  • 80g apricot jam

  • 1 garlic clove, forced through a garlic press

  • 2 small pork tenderloins (1 1/2 to 900g total)

  • 3/4 teaspoons salt

  • 1/2 teaspoons black pepper

  • 450g fresh apricots, quartered and pitted

  • an instant-read thermometer

How to make Pork Tenderloin with Apricot Mustard

Preheat grill and line rack of a grill pan with foil.

Whisk together mustard and jam in a small bowl. Whisk together 50g mustard mixture with garlic in a large bowl.

Pat pork dry, then sprinkle all over with teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoons pepper. Coat pork with 2 tablespoons mustard-garlic mixture, then arrange without crowding on grill pan.

Toss apricots and remaining 1/4 teaspoons each salt and pepper with remaining mustard-garlic mixture. Arrange apricots in 1 layer around pork (including space between tenderloins) and grill 5 to 6 inches from heat, turning pork over once, until thermometer inserted diagonally into centre of each tenderloin registers 63°C and apricots are softened, about 15 minutes. Transfer pork to a cutting board (leave apricots on pan) and let stand 5 minutes.

Cut pork crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices and transfer to a platter. Spoon apricots over pork and serve remaining mustard-jam mixture on the side (sweeten with additional jam if desired).

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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 17 janvier 2026 | Publié à l'origine

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