Honey Garlic Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients:

• 1.5–2 lb pork tenderloin

• Salt and pepper, to taste

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• ¼ cup honey

• ¼ cup soy sauce

• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar (or rice vinegar)

• 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary (optional)

• 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)

• Chopped green onions or parsley (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prep the Pork:

   • Season pork tenderloin with salt and pepper.

   • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

   • Sear pork on all sides until golden brown (about 2–3 minutes per side).

2. Make the Honey Garlic Sauce:

   • In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, and vinegar.

3. Cook the Pork with Sauce:

   • Pour sauce over the seared pork.

   • Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 15–20 minutes, turning occasionally, until pork is cooked through (internal temp ~145°F / 63°C).

4. Optional Thickening:

   • Remove pork and stir cornstarch + water into the pan sauce.

   • Simmer 2–3 minutes until thickened.

5. Serve:

   • Slice pork tenderloin, drizzle with honey garlic glaze, and garnish with green onions or parsley.

   • Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.