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Herb Crusted Pork Tenderloin with Dijon and Za'atar

Amber Bondar
This herb crusted pork tenderloin is brushed with Dijon mustard, coated in za'atar-seasoned breadcrumbs, and pan-fried until golden brown. A flavourful pork dinner made entirely on the stovetop.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
3 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Fusion
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 328 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Rolled pork tenderloin pieces Approximately 454 g
  • ½ Cup Plain breadcrumbs
  • 2 Tbsps Za'atar seasoning
  • 1 Tbsp Paprika
  • 1 Tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 Tsp Brown sugar
  • ½ Tsp Salt
  • 6 Tbsps Dijon mustard Basting with
  • 4 Tbsps Cooking oil For pan-frying
  • White and black sesame seeds Optional garnish

Instructions
 

  • Mix the breadcrumbs, za'atar seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, brown sugar, and salt in a shallow bowl until evenly combined.
    ½ Cup Plain breadcrumbs, 2 Tbsps Za'atar seasoning, 1 Tbsp Paprika , 1 Tsp Garlic powder, 1 Tsp Brown sugar, ½ Tsp Salt
  • Spoon Dijon mustard into a separate small dish. Use a pastry brush to generously coat the outside of each rolled pork tenderloin piece.
    6 Tbsps Dijon mustard
  • Roll each mustard-coated piece in the seasoned breadcrumbs, pressing gently to coat all sides.
    1 lb Rolled pork tenderloin pieces
  • Add four tablespoons of cooking oil to a large frying pan and warm over medium-low to medium heat.
    4 Tbsps Cooking oil
  • Place the coated pork into the pan and cook for approximately 20 minutes, turning occasionally until the breadcrumbs are golden brown and the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
    • Reduce the heat if the coating begins browning too quickly.
  • Remove the pork from the pan and let it rest for at least three minutes. Sprinkle with white and black sesame seeds, if desired, and serve warm.
    White and black sesame seeds

Nutrition

Calories: 328kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 27gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 74mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 579mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 954IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 88mgIron: 5mg
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