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Golden-brown pork tenderloin slices on a dinner plate with savory juices.

Pork Tenderloin In Air Fryer

Nataliia
Cooking pork tenderloin in the air fryer is the best and quickest way to achieve juicy, flavorful meat in just 25 minutes. Follow my step-by-step recipe with helpful tips on perfecting the seasoning, glaze, and detailed air fryer instructions for the best pork tenderloin.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 200 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Air fryer
  • 1 instant-read thermometer
  • 2 small bowls

Ingredients
  

  • 1-1.5 pounds pork tenderloin
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon rubbed sage
  • ¼ teaspoon cumin powder
  • 4 tablespoons Dijon mustard smooth or grainy
  • 2 tablespoons real maple syrup or honey

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the pork. Remove the pork tenderloin from its packaging and pat it dry well with paper towels. Use sharp knife to carefully trim away any fat or silver skin.
  • Mix the seasoning. In a small bowl combine 1 teaspoon sweet paprika , ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon garlic powder , ½ teaspoon onion powder, ¼ teaspoon rubbed sage, and ¼ teaspoon cumin powder.
  • Season the pork. Rub the pork tenderloin with olive oil. Then, generously rub the seasoning mix all over pork, pressing gently so it sticks better. (Optional: place seasoned meat in a Ziploc and marinade it for up to 24 hours).
  • Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. Place the seasoned pork tenderloin in a preheated air fryer basket. Cook at 400°F ("air fry" function) for 16 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • Make the glaze. In a small bowl, stir 4 tablespoons Dijon mustard and 2 tablespoons real maple syrup .
  • Glaze and finish cooking. Remove the pork from air fryer and brush it generously with the maple and mustard glaze. Return it to air fryer and cook at 375°F for additional 6-10 minutes, or until the internal temperature in the thickest part of the tenderloin reaches 145°F.
  • Let it rest and serve. Let the pork lion rest for 5 minutes before cutting and serving.

Notes

Swap maple syrup for honey or brown sugar if needed.
Pair the pork lion with roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes or a salad.
Store the leftovers in air tight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. 

Nutrition

Serving: 4ozCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 7.5gProtein: 24gFat: 7.9gCholesterol: 73mgSugar: 6.8g
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