Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin

Air fryer pork tenderloin made with a simple brown sugar dijon sauce

Course Lunch/Dinner

Cuisine American

Keyword air fryer pork loin, air fryer pork tenderloin, pork tenderloin in air fryer

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Servings servings

Calories 153kcal

Author Madeline Tague

Ingredients

1 pork tenderloin about one pound
2 tbsp dijon mustard
1 tbsp brown sugar
3/4 tsp coarse sea salt
1/2 tsp coarse ground black pepper
** I usually double this recipe because frequently pork tenderloin comes in a two pack

Instructions

Mix dijon mustard, brown sugar, sea salt, and black pepper in a small mixing bowl. Pat the pork tenderloin dry and brush the marinade over the top using a basting brush - you will want a thick even layer of the marinade
Preheat your air fryer to 350F. Spray the air fryer basket with a spray oil and place the pork tenderloin in it. Cook the pork at 350F for 22-25 minutes. Check the internal temperture with an electronic thermometer and when it reaches 145F-150F the pork is done.
Remove the pork from the air fryer and allow the pork to rest on a cutting board for 5-10 minutes before slicing into rounds.

Notes

Doneness: Air fryer times vary by model and by the weight of your tenderloin, so go by temperature rather than the clock. Pull the pork when the thickest part reads 145°F, then rest it 5 to 10 minutes before slicing. It will climb a few degrees as it rests.

Slicing: Cut into half-inch slices across the grain, not with it.

Size: This is written for a 1 lb tenderloin. A larger one needs more time; start checking the temperature a few minutes early either way. If it doesn’t lie flat in your basket, cut it in half crosswise rather than bending it to fit.

Doubling: Tenderloins usually come two to a pack, so I cook both. Leave space between them in the basket and expect to add a few minutes.

Lower sodium: Cut the salt to 1/2 teaspoon. The Dijon brings plenty of seasoning on its own.

Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge up to 4 days. Sliced cold over salads is the best use for them.

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