This Stuffed Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin recipe can be cooked with ease in the Instant Pot. The honey glaze and apples add to the delicate flavours of this tenderloin pork and it’s one recipe you will love.
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Pork tenderloin recipes pair well with Mashed Potatoes or Smoked Potatoes. Cooking pork tenderloin has never been easier!
Why This Recipe Works
- Dynamic Spice Fusion: Chipotle pepper and cumin create a balanced, smoky heat, enhancing the pork's flavor.
- Harmonious Ingredients: Sweetness from apples and savory depth from onions complement the tender pork, appealing to diverse tastes.
- Effortless Instant Pot Prep: With minimal hands-on time, this Instant Pot Tenderloin recipe delivers succulent and flavorful pork, perfect for busy days.
📋 Ingredients
- Olive oil: Provides a flavorful base for cooking and enhances the tenderness of the pork tenderloin.
- Pork tenderloin: The star ingredient, lean and tender, absorbing the flavors of the spices and seasonings during cooking.
- Chipotle pepper: Adds a smoky and spicy kick, imparting depth and heat to the pork.
- Cumin: Infuses warm and earthy tones, complementing the chipotle pepper and enhancing the overall flavor profile.
- Salt, to taste: Enhances the natural flavors of the pork and spices, ensuring a well-seasoned dish.
- Apples, thinly sliced: Introduces sweetness and a fruity component that pairs well with the savory and spicy elements of the dish.
- Onions, chopped into large segments and separated: Adds layers of flavor and texture, becoming caramelized during cooking.
- Broth or cold water: Creates moisture and helps prevent the pork from drying out, contributing to a succulent final result.
- Honey, to taste (for drizzling): Offers a touch of sweetness, balancing the spiciness and adding a glossy finish to the pork.
For the complete list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, please see the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
🔀 Substitutions & Variations
- Classic Apple-Cinnamon Twist: Tenderloin stuffed with a mix of diced apples, cinnamon, and brown sugar, creating a sweet and spiced flavor profile.
- Savory Apple and Sage Infusion: An herby stuffing blend of diced apples, sage, and breadcrumbs adds a savory element to the tenderloin, balancing sweetness with a touch of earthiness.
- Garlic Powder and Herb Delight: A stuffing mix of diced apples seasoned with garlic powder and aromatic herbs, creating a savory and flavorful alternative to the traditional sweet stuffing.
- Brie and Cranberry Elegance: Elevate the dish with a stuffing of Brie cheese and dried cranberries, adding a creamy and tangy burst to each slice of tenderloin.
🔪How To Cook Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin
Here are the step by step instructions to cook pork tenderloin in the Instant Pot:
Step One: Place 2 Tablespoons of olive oil in the pressure cooker and set to the saute function. Pat dry your pork tenderloin, and season pork with salt, chipotle pepper and cumin.
Step Two: When the oil is hot, place the pork tenderloin in the electric pressure cooker and brown on each side, about 3-4 minutes each before flipping.
Step Three: Once the pork tenderloin is browned all over, remove to a plate covered with paper towels and set aside to let the pork rest. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the Instant Pot.Add the onions and one of the sliced apples to the Instant Pot. Cook until onions are translucent, stirring occasionally.
Step Four: Carefully place shallow cuts into the pork tenderloin ever ¼" to ½". Insert an apple slice into each cut. Once the apple-onion medley is done cooking, turn off the Instant Pot and place the pork overtop.Add ½ cup of cool water or broth. Secure the lid and cook on meat setting for 30 minutes of pressure cooking time.
Step Five: Natural release. Check the internal temperature of the pork with a meat thermometer to make sure it is cooked.
Step Six: Drizzle the honey over the top of the tender pork tenderloin before serving. This honey pork tenderloin is delicious and one the whole family will love.
👩🍳 Expert Tips
- Searing For Flavor: Before cooking tenderloin it is important to sear on saute mode. Searing creates a flavorful crust, locking in juices and enhancing the overall taste of the pork tenderloin.
- Rest Meat: Allow tenderloin to rest after removing it from heat. Resting allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more flavorful and tender final product. Aim for a resting period of about 5-10 minutes before slicing or serving.
💭 FAQs
Kosher salt is a coarse, flaky salt, which contains only natural minerals. It has no additives and is very appealing to many chefs due to its clean taste. It can be used in place of regular salt without any issues.
Yes, absolutely! No need to defrost the tenderloin before cooking.
Pork tenderloin is thinner and smaller, whereas a loin is considerably broader and steak-like. You also prepare these two meats in different ways, and they have different cooking times.
Place the leftover pork tenderloin in an airtight container or plastic bag and store it in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Tenderloin may also be frozen whole or cut into cubes. Wrap the tenderloin and sauce in freezer bags, pushing out as much air as possible, then freeze for 2 to 3 months.
Serving Suggestions
These are my favorite dishes to serve with Pork Tenderloin With Honey:
- Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes: Creamy cauliflower mashed potatoes offer a delightful twist on the classic, providing a velvety texture with a hint of cauliflower goodness.
- Instant Pot Apple Butter: A sweet and spiced Instant Pot apple butter adds a burst of fruity flavor, balancing the savory notes of pork tenderloin with its smooth consistency.
- Lightly Seasoned Green Beans, Zucchini and Corn: A medley of lightly seasoned green beans, zucchini, and corn presents a vibrant and refreshing side, enhancing the meal with a burst of color and freshness.
- Asparagus Bundles Wrapped in Bacon: Indulge in savory elegance with asparagus bundles wrapped in bacon. The crisp bacon complements the tender asparagus, creating a delightful combination of textures and flavors.
- Roasted Carrots with a Dijon Glaze: Enjoy the sweet and savory harmony of roasted carrots with a Dijon glaze, adding a touch of sophistication to your plate with their caramelized goodness.
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Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin With Honey
Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 3 lb Pork Tenderloin
- 1 Tablespoon Chipotle Pepper
- 2 teaspoons Cumin
- Salt to taste
- 2 Apples sliced thinly
- 2 Onions chopped into large segments and separated
- ½ cup Broth
- Honey to taste (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Place 2 Tablespoons of olive oil in the Instant Pot and set to "sauté". Pat dry your pork tenderloin, season with salt, chipotle pepper and cumin.
- When the oil is hot, place the pork tenderloin in the Instant Pot and brown on each side, about 3-4 minutes each before flipping.
- Once the pork tenderloin is browned all over, remove to a plate and set aside. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the Instant Pot.
- Add the onions and one of the sliced apples to the Instant Pot. Cook until onions are translucent, stirring occasionally.
- Carefully place shallow cuts into the pork tenderloin ever ¼″ to ½″. Insert an apple slice into each cut.
- Once the apple-onion medley is done cooking, turn off the instant pot and place the pork overtop. then add ½ cup of water or broth.
- Secure the lid and cook on meat setting for 30 minutes. Natural release. Drizzle the honey over the top of the pork before serving.
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I've looked over a lot of your recipes. I'm convinced I need an Instant Pot now. I'm going to have to start saving my change to buy one. You have so many great recipes on this site but this one right here would be my first one I'd make. I love a tender pork tenderloin. All of the ingredients you have added in would make this a favorite around my table.
I do not cook pork too often and I do not have an instant pot but this recipe is making me rethink these habits. I have missed out on too many great instant pot meals.
I love pork tenderloin too. It's so easy to cook. But I'll try this recipe on my regular pot.
Yum! This Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin is making me super hungry! This is really delicious and the honey made it so perfect
I use Instant Pot a lot during summer! I will definitely try this new recipe for my family!
I do not cook pork frequently but when I decide to, its the tenderpoin or me
What an absolutely beautiful dish. I'll have to make this for my family next weekend.
Oh my, why am I seeing this at this very hour. Couldn't help but drool over the photos and crave for some! Really looks deliciously made! I will give this a try.
My husband really does love pork tenderloin. I love the addition of the apple to this!!!
That looks delicious! I'm definitely going to try your recipe soon!
Another great instant pot recipe! This would be a great recipe for having leftovers as well.
This instant pot recipe is a great recipe for a busy mom like me!
Oh, it looks so yummy 😍 I don't eat pork, but my husband would love this pork tenderloin for sure!
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