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Savory BBQ Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

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Juicy pork tenderloin wrapped in crispy bacon with a smoky-sweet glaze, perfect for quick and satisfying weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 to 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin (450 to 680 grams)
  • 8 to 10 thick-cut bacon slices
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Allow the oven to fully heat for about 10 minutes.
  2. Trim the pork tenderloin of any silver skin or excess fat. Pat dry with paper towels.
  3. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Rub the seasoning mixture all over the pork tenderloin, pressing it in well.
  5. Lay out bacon slices side-by-side on a cutting board, slightly overlapping. Place the pork tenderloin at one end and carefully roll it up, wrapping the bacon around the pork. Secure loose ends with toothpicks if needed.
  6. Place the bacon-wrapped pork on a wire rack set over a baking sheet.
  7. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and honey until smooth to make the smoky glaze.
  8. Brush a generous layer of the glaze over the bacon.
  9. Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
  10. Remove from oven and brush with another layer of glaze.
  11. Return to the oven and cook for another 12-15 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  12. Remove from oven and tent loosely with foil. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute.

Notes

Use thick-cut bacon for best texture and flavor. Pat pork dry before seasoning. Brush glaze multiple times during roasting for caramelized flavor. Tent with foil if bacon browns too quickly. Let pork rest before slicing. For gluten-free, verify Worcestershire sauce or substitute with coconut aminos. Turkey bacon can be used but will alter flavor and texture.

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