Pork Tenderloin With Blackberry Peppercorn Sauce is the perfect solution to a simple dinner with a ton of flavor. I have found that if I set a platter of pork tenderloin on the table, it will not get anyone’s attention. But adding something with color… say pinkish purple… makes all the difference! The meat is moist and flavorful, and the sauce is a perfect touch without being overpowering or sweet—it goes perfectly together. This recipe takes no time whatsoever: minimal preparation is required while still looking aesthetically pleasing enough to serve guests on any occasion.
When berries are in season, we almost can’t get enough of them. Blackberries are big and bursting with flavor. When you add some blackberry sauce to this dish, it takes it to a whole other level. This is a meal the entire family gave a 5-star rating on. Save the left-over sauce, and it is terrific on a spinach salad.
Pork Tenderloin with Blackberry Peppercorn Sauce
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
Description
Blackberry peppercorn sauce over roasted pork tenderloin is a simple recipe that takes the guesswork out of cooking. Your family will think you cooked all day making this flavorful! The beautiful presentation will have your family licking their chops! Not to be confused with pork chops, it’s pork tenderloin…obviously.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons All-Natural Seasoning Blend (or any pork seasoning, just be sure the ingredients are-natural with no added preservatives)
2 pounds pork tenderloin
1/4 cup Apple Cider Vinegar
3 cups blackberries
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon Chinese 5 spice (optional)
8 black peppercorns
1/2 cup olive oil
Instructions
Rub the pork tenderloins with the seasoning rub.
Place in a roasting pan or cover a baking sheet with foil and place tenderloin on the foil.
Cook until the pork is no longer pink in the center, about 45 -55 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees.
FOR THE PEPPERCORN BLACKBERRY SAUCE:
While the tenderloin is roasting, prepare the blackberry sauce. Add the apple cider vinegar, blackberries, cinnamon, Chinese 5-spice (optional), and black peppercorns into a blender. Blend for 1-2 minutes.
Slowly add in the olive oil through the top opening in the blender. Blend for about 1-2 minutes until the sauce is smooth.
Once the tenderloin is done, remove the roast to a platter and let it rest for 5 minutes. Slice into about 1/2-inch slices. Drizzle the sauce over the top for presentation.
Notes
The kids love the sauce that went with this tenderloin. They like food when its presentation is just as good as the food. The sauce is sweet and savory, so even the pickiest eater will love to dip into this yummy, fruity sauce.
Frozen blackberries can also be used in place of the fresh. When using frozen, thaw completely and reserve the juices to add to the blender.
I have made this before without the Chinese 5 Spice, and it still comes out wonderful. The spice is now easily found at most grocery stores.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 Minutes
