The Humpherys Family

Sweet and Spicy Pork Tenderloin

Recipe Added:  6/23/2012
2 Tbsp chili powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
2 12-16- oz pork tenderloins, trimmed
1 Tbsp vegetable or canola oil
1/4 cup ketchup
2 tsp cider vinegar
1 1/2 tsp sugar
Adjust an oven rack to middle position and preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Pat the pork tenderloin dry with a paper towel. In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, paprika, salt and pepper. Reserve 1 Tbsp of the spice mixture and use the rest to rub over the pork tenderloin on all sides.

In a large 12-inch skillet, heat the oil over medium heat until it is rippling and hot. Add the pork tenderloins in a single layer and cook the pork until browned on all sides, 5-7 minutes total (flipping as needed). Transfer the pork to an aluminum-foil lined baking pan and bake until the meat registers 140 degrees at the thickest part, about 15-18 minutes. Transfer the pork to a platter or plate and tent with foil, letting it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. In a bowl, combine the reserved spice mixture, ketchup, vinegar and sugar and brush over the cooked pork. Slice the pork and serve.
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