Best Damn Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin
Ingredients
- 1 pork tenderloin
1.25lb – 1.5lb
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- use less to taste preference – see note at bottom2 teaspoons course ground black pepper
- 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Liquid Smoke
Directions
- 1
Let pork tenderloin stay in package out of fridge for 15-20 minutes. Remove tenderloin from package and rinse and pat dry. Trim any visible fat. Cut tenderloin into 2 pieces of equal length.
- 2
Coat each piece with about 1 teaspoon each of olive oil. In a small dish, combine all dry ingredients and mix well. Apply the rub liberally onto meat.
- 3
Set Instant Pot to Saute mode. When hot, add meat and brown each side for a couple of minutes each. When all sides are browned, press Cancel and remove meat to a plate. Add the chicken stock to the pot and use a wooden spoon to scrape all the bits from the bottom of the pot. Add the Worcestershire sauce and liquid smoke to the chicken broth.
- 4
Place meat directly into the liquid, secure lid, set the vent to “sealing”. Pressure cook (manual) on high pressure for 3 minutes. When cycle is complete, allow pressure to naturally release for 15 minutes. Remove meat to a plate and let sit for 5 minutes before slicing into pieces about 1/4 inch thick.
- 5
After removing meat, press Cancel, then press Saute. Scoop out 3 tablespoons of the liquid to a separate cup and add 2 tablespoons of corn starch. Mix well until corn starch is dissolved. Slowly pour mixture back into the liquid in the pot. Once it starts to boil, press cancel. Mix well and sauce will thicken into a delicious gravy.
Best Damn Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin
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About this Recipe
Ready for incredibly juicy, tender pork tenderloin that’s ready in a flash? This Best Damn Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin recipe delivers succulent results with minimal effort, making weeknight dinners a breeze. You’ll love how quickly this satisfying dish comes together, offering restaurant-quality taste without the fuss.
The magic lies in the pressure cooker, transforming a lean cut like pork tenderloin into a consistently moist and fall-apart tender meal. This recipe builds layers of flavor with a balanced dry rub featuring brown sugar, paprika, and savory spices, complemented by the aromatic chicken broth, Worcestershire, and a touch of Liquid Smoke for that perfect smoky depth. It's an easy to make recipe that cooks to perfection in your favorite pressure cooker.
Prepare your palate for a truly delicious experience: pork tenderloin that is remarkably tender and bursting with savory flavor, enhanced by a subtle sweetness and a hint of smoky allure. Each bite will be juicy, never dry, embodying comfort and satisfaction.
This recipe offers flexibility for your spice preferences. While the blend of paprika, onion, and garlic powder creates a robust flavor, you can easily adjust the course ground black pepper to your personal taste, making it milder or bolder as desired. The brown sugar also provides a pleasant counterpoint to the savory notes.
This quick-cooking Instant Pot pork tenderloin is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend meal. Serve it as the star of your plate alongside your favorite simple sides for a complete and satisfying spread.