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Air Fryer Caramelized Brown Sugar Pork Tenderloin

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This air fryer pork tenderloin delivers a beautifully caramelized crust with a juicy, tender center every time. It's quick, flavorful, and totally impressive.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 262 kcal
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Equipment

  • meat thermometer

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Pork Tenderloin (about 1.5 lb)
  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar
  • 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Chili Powder
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Pat the pork tenderloin dry. Rub it all over with olive oil and dijon mustard, then coat generously on all sides with the brown sugar spice rub.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place the pork tenderloin in the basket.
  • Air fry for 18 to 22 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until the outside is deeply caramelized and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  • Remove from the air fryer and let rest for 5 minutes. The juices will redistribute and the temperature will rise a few more degrees.
  • Slice into 1/2-inch thick medallions and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 262kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 36gFat: 10g
Keyword air fryer, brown sugar pork, caramelized pork, pork tenderloin
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