# What You'll Need:
→ Pork
01 - 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin, trimmed
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp kosher salt
04 - ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Glaze
05 - ½ cup dried tart cherries
06 - 4 Medjool dates, pitted and chopped
07 - ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
08 - 2 tbsp honey
09 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
10 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
11 - ¼ cup water
→ Garnish
12 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Pat pork tenderloin dry, then rub with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper.
02 - Combine tart cherries, dates, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and water in a small saucepan. Simmer over medium heat for 7-8 minutes until fruit softens and mixture thickens. Remove from heat and purée until smooth.
03 - Heat an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork on all sides for 2-3 minutes per side until browned.
04 - Brush half the glaze over the pork. Transfer skillet to the oven and roast for 18-22 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F.
05 - Remove pork from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Slice and drizzle with remaining glaze.
06 - Optionally garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
