Description
Bacon Brown Sugar Pork is a savory, smoky, and sweet dish that combines the richness of pork, the crispy texture of bacon, and the caramelized sweetness of brown sugar. Perfect for any occasion, this dish is an irresistible crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pork tenderloin
- 8–10 bacon strips
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, garlic, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the seasoning mixture over the pork tenderloin.
- Wrap the pork tenderloin with bacon strips, securing them with toothpicks if needed.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until bacon is crispy and pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For extra caramelization, broil the pork for the last 2-3 minutes of baking. Serve with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: bacon, pork tenderloin, brown sugar, savory, sweet