What seasoning can I use on pork tenderloin?

If you want to season your own plain pork tenderloin, you can do so by combining 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, 2 tablespoons olive oil,1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon sugar-free sweetener (either liquid or solid), 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika and add 1/2 teaspoon chili (if you want) for some extra kick!

What is the internal temperature of cooked pork?

The center of the cooked tenderloin should be 145 degrees F. At this temperature, the pork tenderloin is fully cooked.

How long does air fryer pork tenderloin last?

You can keep the cooked pork for up to 5 days in the fridge and 1 month in the freezer. Freezing and thawing the meat will make the meet harder to spread.

Why do I need to bring the pork tenderloin to room temperature before air frying?

If your pork is not at room temperature, it will need to be air fried longer which could lead to the pork drying out. To allow the pork to come to room temperature, simply leave it out of the fridge for anywhere between 30-60 minutes.

How to Cook Pork Tenderloin in an Air Fryer

Ingredients

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2 - 2.25 lbs. Smithfield Pork Tenderloin, room temperature

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Instructions

Spray your air fryer basking with non-stick cooking spray.
Place the tenderloin in the basket (you may need to squish it a little to make it fit!)
Set the air fryer to 400 degrees and the timer for 15 minutes.
Half way through, flip the pork over and continue to air fry for the remaining 7.5 minutes.
Once pork has air fried for 15 minutes, turn the air fryer on "BROIL - HI". Set the timer for 3 minutes.
Once pork is done, lift the lid and allow the pork to rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Check your pork and make sure that the internal temperature is at least 140 degrees. The pork will continue to cook an additional 5 degrees to the required 145 degrees F. as it rests before slicing.

Author: Cat
Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Category: Main Meals
Method: Air Fryer
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

Serving Size: 4 oz
Calories: 140
Sugar: 1
Fat: 5
Carbohydrates: 2
Protein: 20