Description
Prosciutto Wrapped Pork Tenderloin delivers a restaurant-quality dinner that feels totally fancy but comes together with surprising ease. Crisp sage leaves and salty prosciutto create a gorgeous flavor combination that makes your weeknight meal feel extra special.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 Pork tenderloin
- 8–10 Prosciutto slices
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1–2 Fresh sage leaves
- 2 Garlic cloves
Seasoning and Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the 1-pound pork tenderloin. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon black pepper across the entire surface, ensuring even seasoning.
- Arrange 8-10 prosciutto slices on a cutting board, slightly overlapping. Gently lay the seasoned pork in the center and carefully wrap the meat, creating a snug prosciutto blanket.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a 12-inch cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Carefully place the prosciutto-wrapped tenderloin into the hot skillet, searing each side for 3-4 minutes until the prosciutto turns golden and crisp.
- Transfer the skillet directly into a preheated 400°F oven. Roast the tenderloin for 15-18 minutes, or until your meat thermometer reads 145°F at the thickest part.
- While the pork roasts, prepare the sage. Pour 1 tablespoon olive oil into a small pan and heat over medium temperature. Fry 12 fresh sage leaves for 30-45 seconds until they become delicately crisp.
- Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest on a cutting board for 7-8 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat.
- Slice the tenderloin into 1-inch medallions. Scatter the crispy sage leaves over the top and serve immediately with your preferred accompaniments.
Notes
- Select a high-quality, trimmed pork tenderloin for the most tender and flavorful result.
- Thin prosciutto slices work best for wrapping, creating a crisp and even coating around the meat.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure precise doneness without overcooking the delicate pork.
- Fresh sage leaves transform this dish with a delicate, aromatic crunch that complements the rich prosciutto perfectly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-26 minutes
- Category: Pork
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 to 10
- Calories: 312 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg