Fall flavors abound in this easy, simple bourbon pork tenderloin roasted with delicious spices and a bourbon walnut glaze.
I'm in my busy season of the year. Almost each week, I have a different conference or event to attend for work. I'm eagerly anticipating mid-October when things settle down for me, but until then, I'm traveling so much that I'll probably only be able to share 1-2 recipes per week. So, I'm sharing this bourbon pork tenderloin, writing in a hotel room in Iowa!
We made this bourbon pork tenderloin last week and it was a godsend for me. I needed something that was warm and homey after traveling most of the week and eating hotel convention center food!
We rubbed the pork with spices, then seared and roasted it until there was an amazing crust, then threw it in the oven to finished roasting. I used the juices left in the pan to make the super awesome bourbon and walnut glaze! My husband took one bite of this bourbon pork tenderloin and said "Wow, this tastes like fall."
Searing the pork first is an extra step, but it's very important. Yes, it's way easier to just throw the bourbon pork tenderloin in the oven. But, without a sear you'll miss that delicious caramelized crust, and the juices from the pork will freely flow out as it cooks. We really want the juices to stay in, so that the pork doesn't dry out!
Pumpkin spice and apples dominate fall recipes. I love pumpkin spice flavors as much as any other 30-year old chick, but sometimes the sheer quantity of fall desserts on the internet overwhelms me!
I love it that this savory bourbon pork tenderloin recipe reminds my family of fall, and would love to find a few more good fall recipes that aren't dessert! If you have any, please share them with me!
Fall flavors abound in this easy, simple pork tenderloin roasted with delicious spices and a bourbon walnut glaze. Bourbon Walnut Glazed Pork Tenderloin
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Paula - bell'alimento says
You had me at bourbon! Looks insanely delicious.
Michelle says
I know you're in! Thanks lady.
Becky Hardin | The Cookie Rookie says
Awesome idea! Sounds delicious and amazing and totally perfect for Fall!
Michelle says
Thanks lady!
Tonia says
For some reason I always forget about pork tenderloin but I really do love it!
Michelle says
Ditto! I always takes a killer sale for me to remember that yes, I do like it!
Meg @ With Salt and Wit says
Whoa Michelle! Now this is my kinda dinner! I love using bourbon to cook (not so much drink!) But I am thinking this is an impressive dinner that needs to happen ASAP!
Michelle says
Thanks Meg!!!!
krista @ joyfulhealthyeats says
wow that glaze on top has me drooling!
Michelle says
It was delish.... thanks Krista!
Justine | Cooking and Beer says
Gurrrrrl, I LOVE the bourbon! This pork sends sooooo flavorful!
Michelle says
Oooooo me too! And we're moving into cold weather season, a.k.a. bourbon season at our house!
Cookin Canuck says
Wow, what a crazy time of year for you! And what an amazingly delicious looking pork recipe. I'm always looking for new pork tenderloin recipes, so I'm bookmarking this one.
Michelle says
It is SO nuts! I'm about halfway through, though. Thanks!
Laura @MotherWouldKnow says
What a lovely and unusual glaze for pork. I agree with you that the sear, which doesn't take long, is essential - your photos show how wonderful the final product is with a good sear!
Michelle says
It makes all the difference! Thanks Laura!
Karen says
can't wait to try the bourbon walnut glazed pork. Looks yummy and I think everyone in the house will actually eat it. ?.
Lesley says
Fantastic recipe - thank you - I’ve made this many times for a crowd of hungry gastronomes- great comments every time!