Pork Tenderloin Air Fryer Recipe
After making this juicy and tender pork tenderloin air fryer recipe, you may never cook pork any other way again. Ready in less than 30 minutes, using minimal ingredients, it’s the perfect delicious dinner for any day of the week.
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Servings: 6 people
Equipment
- 1 Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 3 lbs Pork tenderloin usually comes in 2 smaller pieces equaling apx 3 pounds
- 4 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoon garlic powder feel free to use your favorite dry rub blend
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Dry pork with paper towels, and then rub olive oil all over both pieces. Alternatively, you can coat with cooking spray if you prefer.
- In a small bowl, mix dry seasoning and sprinkle seasoning mix all over and rub in.
- For best results, pan sear pork first. Heat about 2 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add pork tenderloin pieces to a hot pan and sear for about 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove from the pan and place in the air fryer basket.
- Heat air fryer to 400 degrees f and air fry for 20-22 minutes. The internal temperature should reach 140 degrees. Remove from the air fryer, place on a cutting board and tent with aluminum foil. Let the meat rest for 5-10 minutes, while internal temperature rises to recommended temperature of 145 degrees.
- Cut into 1"-2" medallions and enjoy.
Notes
To make in the oven, first sear the pork in an oven safe pan. Then transfer pan to a 400 degree oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, until cooked through.
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Nutrition
Calories: 359kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 47g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 147mg | Sodium: 1282mg | Potassium: 911mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 58IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 2mg
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