Spice-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Baby Carrots
Spice-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Baby Carrots is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Arrange carrots on large rimmed baking sheet.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionArrange carrots on large rimmed baking sheet.
Whisk 2 tablespoons water and all remaining ingredients in small bowl; pour over carrots and toss to coat.
Cover tightly with heavy-duty foil.
DO AHEAD: Can be made 2 hours ahead.
Let stand at room temperature.
Toss to coat before continuing.
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Roast carrot mixture covered until just tender, about 30 minutes.
Meanwhile, arrange pork tenderloins on another rimmed baking sheet.
Stir oregano, cumin, chile powder, smoked paprika, and 1 teaspoon coarse salt in small bowl; rub mixture all over tenderloins.
Heat oil in heavy large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
Add pork to skillet and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
Return to rimmed baking sheet.
Remove foil from carrots.
Nestle pork among carrots on baking sheet, arranging carrots in single layer around pork.
Roast uncovered until instant-read thermometer inserted into center of pork registers 145°F, stirring carrots occasionally if beginning to caramelize, about 18 minutes.
Let rest 5 to 10 minutes.
Transfer pork to work surface.
Cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
Arrange carrots on platter.
Top with pork slices, drizzling any pan juices over.
Available in the spice section of many supermarkets and at Latin markets.
** Sometimes labeled Pimentón Dulce or Pimentón de La Vera Dulce; available at some supermarkets, at specialty foods stores, and from tienda.com.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.