Methods
How to cook pork tenderloin
Roasting
Roasting Pork Tenderloin
Cook Time
20min - 50min
0.75-2.5 lb / 0.3-1 kg
Portion Weight
0.3 lb / 5 oz / 140 g
Per adult serving
Oven Temperature
425°F / 220°C
Internal Temperature
150-160°F / 65-70°C
Safe to Well Done
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Smoking
Smoking Pork Tenderloin
Cook Time
2h
Portion Weight
0.3 lb / 5 oz / 140 g
Per adult serving
Smoker Temperature
225°F / 105°C
Internal Temperature
150-160°F / 65-70°C
Safe to Well Done
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Slow Cooking
Slow Cooking Pork Tenderloin
Cook Time
4h
Portion Weight
0.3 lb / 5 oz / 140 g
Per adult serving
Slow Cooker Temperature
Low
Internal Temperature
150-160°F / 65-70°C
Safe to Well Done
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Sous-vide
Sous-vide Pork Tenderloin
Cook Time
2h
Portion Weight
0.3 lb / 5 oz / 140 g
Per adult serving
Cooking Temperature
140°F / 60°C
Internal Temperature
150-160°F / 65-70°C
Safe to Well Done
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Doneness
Temperature Guide
| Doneness | Temperature | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Safe | 150°F / 65°C | Slightly pink center is acceptable |
| Well Done | 160°F / 70°C | No pink remaining, fully cooked through |
Safety
Cooking pork tenderloin safely
Cook to proper internal temperature
Use food thermometer
When in doubt, use a food thermometer, it's the only reliable way to know your pork tenderloin is safely cooked.