Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin
In short: Pork tenderloin brushed with mustard, wrapped in bacon and roasted until the bacon is crisp, then sliced into juicy, smoky rounds. It takes about 45 min in total and makes 4 servings.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total
- 45 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Calories
- 390 kcal
Wrapping a lean tenderloin in bacon bastes it as it cooks and gives each slice a salty, smoky edge. A thin brush of mustard and a sprinkle of thyme and brown sugar help the bacon stick and brown. The roast cooks in about 30 minutes, with a final blast of heat to crisp the bacon. Slice it into thick rounds and serve with roasted potatoes or a green vegetable. It looks impressive for how little work it takes.
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a rimmed baking tray with foil and set a wire rack on top if you have one.
- Mix the brown sugar, thyme, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Pat the pork dry, brush it all over with the mustard and sprinkle with the mixture.
- Lay 4 bacon slices side by side on a board, slightly overlapping. Set a tenderloin across them and roll so the bacon wraps around it, finishing seam side down. Repeat with the second tenderloin.
- Roast for 20 minutes. Raise the heat to 230°C (450°F) and roast for 8 to 10 minutes more, until the bacon is browned and crisp at the edges and a thermometer reads 60°C (140°F).
- Rest the pork for 10 minutes, during which it reaches 63°C (145°F). Slice it into rounds about 2 cm (3/4 inch) thick with a sharp knife.
Tips
- Secure any loose bacon ends with toothpicks if they unroll. Remove them before slicing.
- Brush the roast with 1 tbsp of maple syrup in the last 5 minutes for a sticky glaze.
Questions and answers
How do I keep the bacon crisp?
Cook the pork on a wire rack so the fat drips away, then finish with a short blast at 230°C (450°F) or under the broiler.
Can I wrap the tenderloin ahead of time?
Yes. Wrap it up to 24 hours ahead, cover and refrigerate. Take it out 20 minutes before roasting.
What should I serve with bacon-wrapped pork tenderloin?
Mashed or roasted potatoes, green beans, roasted carrots or apple sauce all go well.
How long does it take to make Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin?
About 45 min in total: 15 min of preparation and 30 min of cooking.
How many calories are in Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin?
About 390 kcal per serving, with 48 g of protein, 4 g of carbohydrates and 20 g of fat. These values are estimates.
Nutrition per serving
| Calories | 390 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 48 g |
| Carbohydrates | 4 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 3 g |
| Sodium | 920 mg |
Estimated values, calculated from the ingredients.
