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10 Must-Try Pork Tenderloin Recipes

At a time when we’re all trying to make tasty recipes on a budget, pork tenderloin is a cut to rely on. With a wallet-friendly price point, it can be used in a wide variety of ways. Here are 10 recipes you’ll want to add to your repertoire.

1. Buffalo Pork Tenderloin

If you can’t get enough of Buffalo chicken wings (we don’t blame you!), you’ll love this weeknight twist on the spicy game-day classic featuring pork tenderloin. We didn’t forget to include a cool blue cheese sauce.

2. Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin

Pork tenderloin is a go-to meat for busy weeknights, because it’s delicious, tender, and quick and easy to make. This recipe, which veers a bit to the sweet side (hello, maple syrup!) is extremely popular on our site. A little tip from the many people who’ve tried it? You can’t go wrong by doubling the sauce!

3. Thai Pork Salad

Pork tenderloin served in salad is always a safe bet, and this Asian-flavoured dish is absolutely perfect. Add the slices of meat to a mixture of vegetables and mango, topped with a zingy sweet and sour vinaigrette. The final touch? Garnish with Thai basil and coconut flakes.

4. Crispy Pork Tenderloin

Want to cut down on your prep time in the kitchen? Then count on this dish that’s ready in just 20 minutes. Cut into cubes, coated with breadcrumbs and browned, we turned this pork tenderloin into tasty nuggets! Serve with a cucumber-herb salad and enjoy.

5. Pork Tenderloin with Fig Glaze and Herbs

This pork tenderloin with Mediterranean flair is not only an easy Easter main, but also the perfect weeknight dinner idea. The meat is soaked in an aromatic herb marinade and once cooked, it’s brushed with a glistening fig jam. From start to finish, this recipe takes just 30 minutes, so you won’t have to wait too long for a taste of this beautiful dish.

6. Pork Tenderloin with Cinnamon and Cranberries

This simple recipe for pork tenderloin is a hit year after year during the holidays. However, given how tasty and delicious this dish is, we wouldn’t blame you for cooking this meal on any day, during any season.

7. Greek Salad Stuffed Pork Tenderloin

The grilled meat is stuffed with olives, sun-dried tomatoes and feta, and therefore bursting with flavour. A simple yet fancy combination, it’s the perfect effortless meal that tastes like how vacation feels. You’ll want to make it every summer on the grill…or any time you’re looking for some Mediterranean sunshine on your plate.

8. Pork and Prosciutto Medallions with Zucchini-Mint Salad

Cantaloupe and prosciutto are a classic Italian duo, so we decided to take this pairing and turn it on its head. In this recipe, the pork tenderloin medallions are wrapped in prosciutto and then cooked on the grill, and the melon is served in a side salad with zucchini, spinach and mint. Just delectable!

9. Rice Noodles with Pork and Vegetables

With a dish nicknamed “drunken noodles” – it’s said to be so spicy that it’s capable of shocking someone straight out of their hangover – how could we resist? This tells you that the recipe isn’t for the faint of heart; its spice is due to the bird’s eye chili. (Of course, you can omit it or use less if you prefer!) Combined with thinly sliced pork tenderloin, the noodles are then tossed in an oyster sauce, brown sugar and soy sauce blend for an ultra-satisfying meal.

10. Sheet-Pan Maple-Glazed Pork Tenderloin with Sweet Potatoes and Parsnips

The sheet pan is the ultimate kitchen ally, making for simple meals…and easy cleanup! Case in point: this gorgeous pork tenderloin recipe, roasted in the oven with sweet potatoes and parsnips. You’ll also love the maple glaze, that’s at once  sweet, sour and spicy.