Can You Cook Pork Tenderloin In The Air Fryer?
Fast. This air fryer pork tenderloin cooks in under 30 minutes with the help of your air fryer.Easy. Season, marinate and pop it in the air fryer. That’s it.Low Carb. A great keto-friendly main course.Delicious. A flavorful blend of spices makes this a meal your whole family will love.
Equipment You’ll Need
Air Fryer for cookingMeat Thermometer to check the internal temperature for safetyAluminum Foil to collect any grease that may come from the tenderloin while cookingMixing Bowl To marinate your tenderloin in
Grab These Ingredients Before You Get Started
It’s amazing how few ingredients you need to get such a flavorful dish. The spices I used bring out the natural amazing flavors of the pork tenderloin. Check your pantry for these ingredients before you get started:
Pork TenderloinGarlicOlive OilCrushed Red PepperRosemaryOregano
How To Make Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin
Tips And Tricks
Use a meat thermometer. The trick to juicy pork tenderloin is to not overcook it. Use a meat thermometer to carefully monitor the internal temperature of the meat. Once it reaches an internal temperature of 145F it is cooked completely. Let it rest. The crust the air fryer puts on the pork tenderloin makes it look totally irresistible. But trust me, you’ll want to let it rest for about 10 minutes before you cut into it. This keeps all of the delicious juices from running out.Don’t skip the marinade. The tenderloin cooks incredibly fast and makes for a great weeknight dinner, but make sure you toss it in the oil and spice blend for at least 30 minutes before you cook it. This makes for a bold flavor that doesn’t take a ton of effort.Use foil. Make a small “pan” the size of your air fryer basket out of foil. This will prevent any grease from hitting the hot basket and creating smoke in your kitchen.
How Long Does Pork Take In The Air Fryer?
Pork tenderloin cooks incredibly fast, especially when it is made in the air fryer. You can cook this pork tenderloin recipe in as little as 20 minutes, flipping it half way through the cooking cycle. As with any other cut of meat, you’ll want to check the internal temperature for safety and to prevent it from overcooking.
Should Pork Tenderloin Be Cooked Covered Or Uncovered?
The reason I love cooking pork tenderloin in the air fryer is because of the crispy “crust” that forms around the outside edges. If you cover the tenderloin, it will keep the delicious crust from forming. So for maximum flavor, you should leave your tenderloin uncovered when air frying.
What To Serve With Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin
You’re going to love how easy and delicious this air fryer pork tenderloin is. It’s even better when you pair it with the perfect side dish. Here are some of my favorites:
Air Fryer Corn On The CobCheesy PotatoesInstant Pot Green Beans and BaconRadishes O’BrienCauliflower Mac and Cheese
More Air Fryer Main Courses
If you love how easy cooking dinner in your air fryer is, here are some more recipes to try!
Chicken Fried SteakChar Siu PorkKeto Shrimp ScampiAir Fryer SalmonFennel Chicken
If you love this Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin as much as we do, make sure you share it with your friends on Facebook and Pinterest so they can try it too!
