Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin (Printer-Friendly)
Pork tenderloin air-fried with honey, soy, and garlic creates a crispy crust and a juicy, flavorful interior.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Marinade
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 tablespoon honey
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1 tablespoon light brown sugar, packed
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2 tablespoons honey mustard
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
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1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
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1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
→ Pork
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1 pork tenderloin (approximately 1.25 to 1.5 pounds), silver skin and excess fat removed
# Steps to Follow:
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In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, honey, brown sugar, honey mustard, minced garlic, lemon juice, poultry seasoning, kosher salt, and black pepper until fully combined.
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Place the prepared pork tenderloin in a large zip lock bag or container. Pour the marinade over the pork, ensuring it is evenly coated. Seal and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
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Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 1 to 2 minutes according to your model’s instructions.
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Remove pork from marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Place pork tenderloin in the air fryer basket. Cook at 400°F for 5 minutes.
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Reduce air fryer temperature to 325°F. Continue to cook for 12 to 15 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the meat registers 145°F.
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Transfer pork tenderloin to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve as desired.
# Helpful Hints:
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Remove the silver skin before marinating for best texture and tenderness.
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Allow pork to rest after cooking to retain juiciness when slicing.
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If tenderloin is too large for the air fryer basket, cut in half; cooking time remains unchanged.