Juicy and Tender Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup hot water
• 0.5 cube tomato bouillon with chicken flavoring (such as Knorr®)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 (1 pound) pork tenderloin
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 large cloves garlic, smashed
• aluminum foil
• 2 tablespoons water
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, stir together hot water and tomato bouillon until the bouillon dissolves completely.
2. In a separate small bowl, combine garlic powder, oregano, thyme, salt, and cayenne pepper. Rub this seasoning mixture all over the pork tenderloin, ensuring it's fully coated.
3. Turn on your Instant Pot and select the Saute function. Add olive oil, heating for 3-5 minutes until shimmering. Add smashed garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Transfer the garlic to a small bowl.
4. Place the pork tenderloin in the Instant Pot and cook until browned on all sides, about 2 minutes per side. Pour in the tomato bouillon, scraping up any browned bits from the pot's bottom. Return the garlic cloves to the pot.
5. Secure the lid and set to high pressure for 0 minutes, following the manufacturer's instructions. Allow 10-15 minutes for the pressure to build naturally.
6. Let the pressure release naturally for about 10 minutes. Once the pressure pin drops, carefully remove the lid. Transfer the tenderloin to a cutting board, cover it loosely with foil, and let it rest for 3 minutes before slicing. After resting, the pork should be slightly pink, with an internal temperature of at least 145°F (63°C).
7. In a small bowl, whisk together cold water and cornstarch to create a slurry. Add the slurry to the Instant Pot and select the Saute function. Simmer until the sauce thickens, around 3 minutes. Drizzle the sauce over the sliced pork.

Nutrition

• Calories: 211 kcal
• Fat Content: 12 g
• Fiber Content: 1 g
• Sugar Content: 0 g
• Sodium Content: 532 mg
• Protein Content: 21 g
• Cholesterol Content: 63 mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 4 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g