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Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Grape Sauce

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By: Rachel GurkPosted: 07/18/2011Updated: 10/11/2021

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This is my second post for the Secret Recipe Club. You can find my first post here. This time I got assigned to Denise’s blog, Eat Laugh Love. I had so much fun browsing and searching for a recipe to make. It was a tough decision, she has so much great content on her blog! I ultimately decided on this pork tenderloin. I love fruit with pork but have never tried grapes, and I loved the idea of roasting the grapes. And better yet, pork tenderloin was on sale at the grocery store! Denise calls this recipe “company worthy” and I would definitely agree!

Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Grape Sauce
adapted from EatLaughLove

3 cups red grapes
1-1.5 pounds pork tenderloin, trimmed
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper
1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup finely chopped shallots
1/2 cup Port
1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 Tbsp chopped fresh thyme
1 Tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tsp water
1.5 tsp cornstarch

1.Position racks in the middle and lower third of the oven. Preheat oven to 425*F.
2. Spread out grapes on a rimmed baking sheet. Roast on the lower rack, shaking the pan occasionally (about every five minutes) to turn the grapes, until they are shriveled, 25 to 30 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, season pork with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork and brown on one side, about 2 minutes. Flip the pork over and put the pan into the oven on the top rack. Roast the pork until just barely pink in the center and an instant-read thermometer registers 145°F, 12 to 14 minutes (or more). Mine took about ten minutes longer than this, but I was opening the oven way too much. I have a problem with that. Plus I was shaking the grape tray. When it is done cooking, place the pork on cutting board to rest before slicing, tenting with foil to keep warm.
4. Heat pan over medium heat and add shallots and cook, until softened, about 2 minutes. Add Port and cook until reduced by half, 2 to 4 minutes. Add in broth, thyme, and mustard; bring to a simmer. Whisk together water and cornstarch in a small bowl and stir into the pan sauce. Cook until thickened, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Stir in the grapes. Serve the sliced pork with the grape sauce.

Verdict:This was great! The flavor of the Dijon mustard went so well with the sweet grapes. It presented so well too, it would be a great dish for company.
Husband’s take: He loved it too! He said this was one of his favorite pork dishes. We had leftovers for dinner the next day, I’d say this serves about four adults.
Changes I would make: None!
Difficulty: Easy to moderate.

 



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  1. Kelly says

    July 20, 2011 at 2:54 pm

    Yummy! I made pork last night and this is definitely something I want to try!! Your pictures are great! :)

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  2. Erin @ Dinners, Dishes and Desserts says

    July 20, 2011 at 9:55 am

    What a great pick for SRC – looks delicious! I can’t wait to be part of SRC next month, such a fun idea!

    Reply
  3. Kim - Liv Life says

    July 19, 2011 at 9:23 pm

    Nicely done! Not something that I would have paired together, but you’ve made it look so good. I’m loving this SRC!! The posts have been fantastic and this one is on my to try soon list!

    Reply
  4. delishhh@delishhh.com says

    July 19, 2011 at 4:58 pm

    This looks fabulous. Nice work on the Secret Recipe Club. Isn’t it fun. I love finding new blogs and reading through them.

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    • Rachel says

      July 20, 2011 at 7:52 am

      It is so fun, isn’t it?

      Reply
  5. Tessa says

    July 19, 2011 at 1:17 am

    Roasting grapes is a new idea to me, but they look great. I am definitely saving this one!

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  6. sara says

    July 19, 2011 at 12:05 am

    This recipe looks fantastic! I have really been loving pork tenderloin lately…the combo of Dijon and grapes sounds totally perfect! :)

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  7. Maris(In Good Taste) says

    July 18, 2011 at 5:47 pm

    Looks so good. I have never roasted grapes but now I want to!

    Reply
  8. Kate says

    July 18, 2011 at 5:19 pm

    I love pork tenderloin and the addition of roasted grapes sounds wonderful! Great SRC entry.

    Reply
  9. Shelby says

    July 18, 2011 at 3:57 pm

    Dont you love how someone else can make you step outside of the box? Looks delish!

    Reply
    • Rachel says

      July 20, 2011 at 7:52 am

      Yep, that is definitely my favorite thing about the secret recipe club.

      Reply
  10. Brooke @ Veggie Table says

    July 18, 2011 at 3:28 pm

    Roasted grape sauce – who would have thunk it? :) Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  11. Marla {family fresh cooking} says

    July 18, 2011 at 1:15 pm

    Such a unique idea for a sauce that I must try!
    So fun to be in the Secret Recipe Club with you. This looks amazing :)

    Reply
  12. Denise says

    July 18, 2011 at 1:11 pm

    Rachel, so glad you (and hubby) enjoyed this! Your Caribbean Chicken Chili looks amazing, now in the “to-try” pile. This is my first SRC – what a great way to meet other foodies.

    Denise

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    • Rachel says

      July 18, 2011 at 3:46 pm

      It is fun, isn’t it? Only my second time. PS: Fixed my post, realized I only linked to your main blog site and not the specific post. Kinda forgot about the SRC posting date until about 9PM last night!

      Reply
  13. Jo says

    July 18, 2011 at 12:35 pm

    Your tenderloin looks fabulous! I’ve never roasted grapes either, glad to hear they were so good, I will have to give it a try myself!

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  14. amanda @ fake ginger says

    July 18, 2011 at 11:03 am

    I keep seeing recipes with grapes & pork together but I’ve been too scared to give them a try. I think your photos have given me the push I need!

    Reply
  15. Lisa~~ says

    July 18, 2011 at 8:24 am

    I saw this recipe when Denise posted it and the idea of roasted grapes drew me in too. Now I HAVE to make this.

    I’d love for you to check out my SRC recipe this month: Holy Guacamole.

    Lisa~~
    Cook Lisa Cook

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