After I made this pork tenderloin in my air fryer, I was more excited than i’ve ever been about a recipe i’ve made. The flavors of the seasoning rub are so perfect, the meat is so juicy, and the taste is simply out of this world! Do you sense a little excitement from me about this recipe?
Pork tenderloin is the filet mignon of pork. It’s a very lean, very tender piece of pork. It can be prepared a number of ways and works well with so many different seasoning mixtures. One of my favorite ways to prepare pork recipes is with a seasoning rub combination of brown sugar, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, ground mustard, salt and pepper. And maybe just a dash of cayenne for a little heat. This seasoning mix, along with the simplicity of an air fryer, will produce a pork tenderloin that you will not believe. The outside of the tenderloin will crisp up and the brown sugar will caramelize to create a flavor explosion. With the high speed circulating heat of the air fryer, and being close to the heating element, it’s the perfect environment so that the pork tenderloin stays nice and juicy on the inside.
Air Fryer with the Best Damn Pork Seasoning Rub
Our recipe for air fryer pork tenderloin couldn’t be more simple. We use a medium sized bowl and mix together the dry ingredients. Before we rub the ingredients on the tenderloin, we’ll want to cut off any of the “silver skin”, which is just a thin membrane that is usually on part of the meat. Just use a sharp knife and peel it away. Then coat the pork tenderloin with some olive oil and rub in all the seasoning mix.
Preheat your Air Fryer
Set your air fryer to 400 degrees F and preheat for 5 minutes. Once the air fryer is preheated, keep the temperature at 400, select air fry, and set the time for 20-22 minutes. Most pork tenderloins are usually between 1.25lbs and 2lbs. For pork tenderloin on the small size, go with 20 minutes. For larger size meat, go with 22 minutes. Pork.org suggests cooking pork tenderloin to an internal temperature of 145° F – 160° F.
Let The Cooked Pork Tenderloin Rest
After the cooking is done, carefully remove the pork tenderloin from the air fryer and place on a plate or cutting board and let it rest for 3-5 minutes before slicing.
Best Damn Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 21 minutes
- Total Time: 26 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
Description
Mouthwatering, tender, juicy and delicious pork tenderloin made in an air fryer.
Ingredients
- Pork tenderloin (1.25lbs – 1.75lbs)
- 2 tbs brown sugar
- 1 tbs smoked paprika
- 1.5 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground mustard
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp cayenne powder (optional)
- ½ tbs olive oil
Instructions
- Mix all dry ingredients in a bowl.
- Trim the pork tenderloin of any excess fat/silver skin. Coat with a ½ tablespoon olive oil. Rub spice mixture on entire pork tenderloin.
- Preheat air fryer to 400° F for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, carefully place pork tenderloin into air fryer and air fry at 400° F for 20-22 minutes. Internal temp should be 145° – 160° F.
- When air fryer cycle is complete, carefully remove pork tenderloin to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Save any juices to serve over sliced meat.
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: air fryer, pork tenderloin
A plate of juicy pork tenderloin served with fresh broccoli and roasted baby potatoes.
Emily Riggs
Excellent! So easy to make. Next time I will cook for a bit less time as it keeps on cooking after I turn off the Air Fryer. It was slightly dry the next day but still super delicious!! Definitely will make it again!
★★★★★
sharon Gartrell
This recipe is great… Although I use my own seasonings, the basic steps are so quick and easy, I haven’t looked at another recipe!
★★★★★
Laura
fantastic and easy! the meat was so tender and moist. Definitely a keeper!
★★★★★
Roberta
Quick, easy and delicious! Best pork tenderloin ever!
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Roberta Ward
Quick, easy and delicious! Best pork tenderloin ever!
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Terry
Fab u lous! First time using recipe but certainly wont be last!!! So easy and no brainer is thermometer takes guessing out of food prep. Thank you for this delicious recipe and side of sauerkraut was touch of genius.
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Jami Marie Lynn
Excellent rub recipe – I brined the tenderloin beforehand and substituted ancho chili powder for the cayenne and it was wonderful. I had about 1/2 tsp of the spices leftover and added them to mashed potatoes served with the pork. 🙂 Thanks for a great recipe.
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Julie
I have made this recipe at least 7 times now, our whole family loves it! This includes kids ages 7, 10, and 13! I’ve tried several different rub recipes before air frying, but none are as delicious and have everyone asking for seconds. This is a definite winner that we use in pretty heavy rotation. Goes great with mashed potatoes and gravy, and green beans! Delicious meal!
★★★★★
RecipeTeacher
That’s so cool, Julie! I absolutely loving hearing that! When a recipe is kid approved, then you know it’s a winner. Thanks so much for the feedback!
Brenda G
OMG! This was AMAZING. My hubby & I are not huge fans of pork tenderloin because it often seems to be too dry or if you buy the pre-seasoned ones, they are way too salty. However, this recipe and pork tenderloin was FABULOUS! The seasoning of the rub is great without making the meat too salty. The browned crust on the tenderloin was delish. After cooking, I let it rest in the airfyer (off) while I finished preparing the sides. I am so very impressed with this recipe
★★★★★
RecipeTeacher
Thanks so much, Brenda! Pork tenderloin is such a wonderful meat to make. It’s lean, tender, and super versatile. I’ve got a few more pork tenderloin recipes on the way too!
Shannon
Made this tonight, took longer than 20 minutes ( possible it was still a bit frozen in the middle) but oh my gosh, was it delicious! Whole family loved it. Juicy inside and the rub was caramelized beautifully.
★★★★★
Linda
I have a NuWave brio air fryer oven. How would I cook this in it?
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RecipeTeacher
Should be the same as recipe reads for that particular appliance. Use the middle rack.
YC
Tried this recipe tonight and definitely a winner. It was quick and easy. I would probably used less brown sugar next time to cut down on the sweetness but it was perfectly cooked in 20 mins and it was juicy in the middle. Definitely keeping this one in the recipe book!
★★★★★
Kat
Absolutely delicious! I made some changes: No sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil, hoisin sauce, no cayenne. It turned out amazing! Very moist and crispy.
★★★★★
Rudy Koch
Holy Cr*p Kat, that sounds like an interesting asian twist on the recipe! Rudy
Julie
Absolutely delicious! Hands down, the best pork tenderloin I’ve ever made. Definitely adding this spice combination to my recipe book!
★★★★★
Jim. T
Just bought an air fryer. Made a several dishes that were fantastic! Came across this recipe how to have the best pork tenderloin. Cooking meat in an air fryer! Seriously!!! I cooked one tonight, exactly as recipe stated. Amazing! Hands down, it WAS the best tenderloin I have ever made. It will be on menu for our next family get together. Thanjs
RecipeTeacher
Awesome, Jim! Yeah, it’s amazing how well meat comes out in the air fryer. Not really “frying” at all. And tender and juicy. Thanks for the feedback!
Dawn
I bought a loin on sale that was already marinated but I used your cooking instructions for the air fryer and they were spot on! Amazingly tender and moist.. we devoured it! Thank you!
★★★★★
Jodi
I am not generally a pork fan but this was so delicious! Tender, juicy and full of flavor. We all loved it!
★★★★★
Frieda
So good and my family loved it. I had to make a couple of changes as both the onion and garlic powders I had had clumped up. I grated a garlic clove instead but left the onion out.
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Jessica
Great recipe, Thanks!
We had to cut our huge loin in half to fit it in the air fryer first, and had to save the second half for another night…and we were going to try out another recipe if this one didn’t pan out…but it was so good, we’re making it again tonight.
★★★★★
Sue Spratt
The best pork tenderloin ever. AND the roasted potatoes turned out perfect. Thank you so much for this recipe. Will be definitely doing again. Perfect for 2 or 3 people
Shandra
Did not have ground mustard so I used regular mustard. Wow! So delicious!!! Amazing!
★★★★★
RecipeTeacher
Awesome! Thanks for the feedback, Shandra!
Darren Moody
As a single guy, my idea of “cooking” involves rolling down the window and talking into a speaker, or if I’m going to go upscale, getting a frozen box out of the freezer and putting it in the microwave.
So trying this, with a recently acquired air fryer was pretty much a first.
All I can say is OH MAN!! This was absolutely fantastic!! VERY moist and absolutely delicious!!
Great recipe!! Will defiantly be making again! Hopefully next time, for a very special lady in my life!
RecipeTeacher
Right on, Darren! I’m so glad you like it. Keep up with the recipes and you’ll have a waiting list of special ladies to cook for! 😉
Debbie
I’m still trying to figure out air frying altogether and thought “no way will this work!” Well it worked great, my one lb. roast was done in 20 minutes with perfect color, texture and flavor! The rub is easy and delicious. I’m going to make a lot of it and put it on everything! Thanks much for the succinct instructions.
★★★★★
Am
Turned out fantastic. I only cooked it for 15 minutes and it was done. I didn’t have ground mustard, so I used prepared Dijon mustard and added the olive oil to the seasoning mix and made a wet rub instead. I can’t wait to make this for my family. My husband and I loved it.
★★★★★
Kelly
Thank you so much for sharing this recipe! Most mouth watering recipe I have ever had.
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Kim
Normally my pork comes out super dry and tasteless when I do it myself. Using this recipe, it was juicy falvorful and fabulous. I’m using this from now on, was super easy and only took about 16 minutes in my ninja fryer, cooked it til 145, then rest for 5 minutes.
P D
Always my go to recipe for pork roast no matter what cut I’m using! Fabulously scrumptious every time😊
★★★★★
Roger Beck
Cooked my first tenderloin tonight with your recipe and it came out perfect! Thank very much for coming up with such a simple yet very tasty recipe!
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Tanya
Hi, I glad I found you, I’m on my way to make two 2lbs tenderloins(2 lbs both) but as I replied to one of the comments above I don’t have an actual air fry option, I have ninja foodi tendercrisp pressure cooker and I’m wondering if air crisp will do the same job as air fryer, it seem to do it with egg rolls and nuggets but sometimes they need a bit more time to get ready then listed on the instruction. Any advice how should I make it? Thank you
★★★★★
RecipeTeacher
Hi Tanya,
Yes, that appliance is both a pressure cooker and an air fryer. Yes, use the air crisp setting and the basket that comes with the appliance.
Danny
Do I flip half way?
RecipeTeacher
You do not need to flip.
Diane
Really easy recipe, first time I’ve used the air fryer and it was amazing. Right kick of spice, with mash , green beans and Yorkshire puddings. Juices added to gravy.
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Linda
Loved it! Hubby is a pork tenderloin or pretty much a pork anything snob and even he enjoyed it. Make per instructions except I was a little nervous as some mentioned a burn so I just cooked it at 390 for the time stated and it wasn’t quite up to temp so I increased for another minute or 2 at 400. It was perfection, and I think for the first time ever I cut it properly (against the grain), so the slices were long instead of short little round things like I’ve done in the past. Thanks for my first recipe here, glad I found you!
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RecipeTeacher
I’m so glad you found us too!! Thanks so much for the feedback Linda. I really appreciate it. 🙂
Cassie
This was delicious but my 1.75 pound cut was more square shaped and thick so I had to adjust cooking times a bit. I cooked at 400 for 16 minutes and then reduced to 350 for 10. It was 141 degrees when I took it out to rest. Delicious crust and juicy on the inside. Thanks for the recipe!
★★★★★
Ana
Thank you for this recipe. My kids loved it. The first time I made it, I did get the crust. Lately, I haven’t been able to replicate it with crust, as all of the seasoning seems to fall off. Any ideas? Thx
cathy chianese
Made this pork tenderloin for our New Year’s Day meal and it didn’t disappoint. It was juicy. Now it is in our dinner rotation. Will look at your website for other air fryer recipes since this one was so good. Nice to have a pork tenderloin recipe that takes it out of a crockpot.
★★★★★
April B.
A simple, but sooo delicious recipe!! The tenderloin came out flavorful and juicy!! What I’ve learned to do is because my air fryer tends to cook fast at 400 degrees– is to reduce the temperature to 370 or 380 so the rub doesn’t burn.. I also make sure to check every 5 minutes or so… Thanks so much for this!!
★★★★★
Marni
Freaking delicious
★★★★★
Rachael Kardell
Why does the rub keep burning on me and how is it that this happens to seemingly no one else. I’ve made this twice now and once with chops and it burns, help!
RecipeTeacher
Hi Rachael. So the brown sugar is indeed supposed to provide a good char. But, all air fryers can have some temperature variation. Try lowering the temp by 20 degrees. Could make a world of difference.
JoEllen
Just wondering if I can cook a 4lb pork loin roast in the air fryer and if so, how long would I cook it?
RecipeTeacher
Hi JoEllen, please see out recipe for air fryer pork loin roast.
Dianne L Warren
Hello there. I just received a ninja foodi tendercrisp/pressure cooker air fryer. I and dying to try it out and your recipes looks great. My question to you is can I air fry the pork tenderloin at the same time as some cut up potatoes, or would I have to do them separately? Would I have to adjust the time as well since there’s more food in the basket? do I use the air fry basket even? Sorry, I’m just nervous and new at this air frying thing,
RecipeTeacher
Hi Dinanne! Welcome to the site and to the world of air frying! So the short answer is yes, you can indeed throw in some cut up potatoes. However, since it’s you first time using it you might want to just do the pork tenderloin as the recipes reads, just so you can get your feet wet with the device and learn it’s intricacies. And, when air frying, the basket always is part of the equation. It allows the air to circulate properly. I hope this helps. Let me know how it goes! ~Jason
Dianne Warren
Well, I made the tenderloin and it was FANTASTIC! That rub is to die for. I have since made breaded mushrooms and chicken wings with my air fryer. I’m getting comfortable with it now. I am going to try everything now!! Next is homemade french from potatoes, not the bag. I really love fresh cooked french fries. Any tips??
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Nonnie
When I make fries, I cut up the potatoes, and I dry them as much as I can with paper towels. Then I let them sit for a while so more moisture can evaporate. I put them in the air fryer at 400 for about 12 minutes or so (depends on how thick you cut the potatoes), I like to use as little oil as possible, so I spray some olive oil on a paper towel, and I rub the bottom of the basket with the oil. Make sure there is room around the potatoes to allow the air to circulate, and shake the basket halfway through. I always use yellow or gold potatoes, but you can use russets. You can peel them or not. I find that, when the potatoes are drier, they come out crispier.
Penny
This really is a damn good pork tenderloin recipe! Geez! It’s so good that I made it twice in one week!!! Thanks for putting this recipe out there. It’s a winner!!!!!!!!!
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Sheila
We just had the leftovers of this for lunch so I wanted to take a pause and do a quick review. BTW the leftovers were just as good as the firstovers. I just bought the Cuisinart Digital AirFryer Toaster Oven and have been testing it’s limits!!! I bought a 2.21 pound pkg of pork tenderloins (there was 2 in it) and cooked them together @ 400 degrees for 18 minutes total. I did end up flipping them at the 5 minute mark because they puffed up and were touching one of the top heating elements. Absolutely D-E-L-I-C-I-O-U-S! Bonus that this recipe came together quickly, was easy and I had everything on hand. We eat keto so I did sub in the Swerve Brown Sugar paired it with green beans and bam a no fuss dinner on the table in what maybe 30ish minutes. Why eat out when you can make something this delicious at home! Thank you for the great recipe!!!
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RecipeTeacher
And I thank YOU, Sheila!
Karen
Thanks for sharing about using the Swerve because we do Keto as well and I wondered how it would do in this recipe. Now, I will feel confident in making this for supper this week!
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Moira Mitchell
This truly is the Best Damn Pork Tenderloin! The flavor is amazing! I was worried about the cayenne pepper in it (we are wimps when it comes to spice), but it was perfect. I made it last night for my picky/foodie inlaws and every single slice was gobbled up. Even my picky teen, who swears she hates pork tenderloin, cleaned her plate.
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Mimmy
Oh, we loved this recipe!!! It was easy and quick, also tender, juicy and darn delicious. I didn’t have mustard. It came out really good. This is a keeper. I pinned it. Thank you!! 5 stars*****
★★★★★
Judy
I found your recipe about a year and a half ago while looking for Airfryer recipes. My husband is diabetic so I substituted an alternative brown sugar, this pork loin is our absolute favorite ever! I cook a 2lb for 18 minutes rest it for 5min and it is perfect every time. I buy my loins on sale put the seasoning on prior to freezing and when we want one, just thaw in fridge overnight, pop in airfryer and it is perfection! Thank you!
Peter
Hi Judy,
The Air Fryer should have a defrost setting for thawing. Or you can cook from frozen and just adjust the time a bit more.
A simple example is putting frozen Spring Rolls straight from the freezer for 15minutes @ 200c instead of 180c for 15minutes. I am still amazed at the AF doing such a year on.
Yeah putting them in the fridge to thaw is good but occasionally it is handy to come home and get a previously prepared Tender Loin out of the freezer and cook it immediately.
? Bon Appetit
Sue Spratt
Yes. I used Stevia brown sugar blend. Was superb
Karen Rodriguez
If I could give more stars I would do it. Best recipe for a tenderloin ever. It was so juicy and so tasty that we couldn’t stop eating. Super easy to make and with stuff you usually have in your pantry! Thank you!
★★★★★
Melissa Oneil
Hi I have the kalorik air fryer and I was wondering if I put it in the basket or on the roasting tray? Thanks in advance
RecipeTeacher
Hi Melissa. You may be able to use the roasting tray, but the basket is the tested method. Go with the basket.
bonnie
I’ve never cooked pork tenderloin before so I googled and found your recipe. I didn’t even have all of the ingredients but went with what I had. I cut all the spices in half as I only had a very small tenderloin. I cooked it for about 15 minutes, turning every 5 and the temperature probe said it was done. Thank you for sharing your recipe; best roast I’ve ever made in the air fryer (with your help of course!)
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Mona Wachsler
Super easy and super delicious! I used 1/8 tsp cayenne and it was the perfect amount of heat for us. I used a tad more garlic powder, but everything else the same. I threw in some seasoned and oiled potatoes on each side of the tenderloin, and after taking the tenderloin out (20 minutes later) I shook the potatoes and they soaked up all the yummy drippings from the tenderloin. Continued cooking potatoes for 5 minutes while the pork rested. The pork was 145 when I removed it from the air fryer. After it rested there was barely any pink. It was so delicious, but I think I will knock a few minutes off the next time because it keeps cooking while it rests.
Thanks for the wonderful recipe! I will be making this over and over again, I’m sure. My husband inhaled it.
★★★★★
Kay
I will never cook a pork tenderloin another way. This was delicious, and so easy! The whole family loved it.
★★★★★
Susan
Holy Moly—this was amazing!! I’m eating it as I type this review. The spice rub is fantastic! We will make this over and over again!
★★★★★
RecipeTeacher
Thanks so much, Susan!
Demonica Tuggles
The best damn pork tenderloin ever!! It was flavorful, juicy, and tender. It literally melted in my mouth! Thank you for the wonderful recipe!
★★★★★
Shannon
I have a 1.5 pound pork loin filet that I plan on cooking tonight in the air fryer (I have a basket style air fryer). Is this the same thing? I’ve never cooked one before so any advice or tips would be helpful. TIA!
RecipeTeacher
Hi Shannon. Actually those “pork loin filets” are not tenderloins. it can certainly be confusing. But, using the air fryer, the cooking time will probably be similar. Maybe a couple of minutes more.
Lori
Hi, I have not used the rotisserie prongs, would that work for a pork loin roast? This sounds really good, but I believe you mentioned the recipe is for a Pork Loin, vs. a Pork Loin Roast? TY
RecipeTeacher
Hi Lori. So this recipe is for a pork “tenderloin” which is different than pork loin or pork loin roast. While you technically could use a rotisserie for this recipe, pork tenderloin is so small and thin, it’s not suggested. More trouble than it’s worth.
Tammy
I have never left a compliment for a recipe before today. You….simply are amazing. Delicious! This is a keeper.
Jennifer
I am new to the air fryer and planning on making this tomorrow. Do you turn the pork tenderloin over 1/2 through the cooking time? I am excited to try this!!
RecipeTeacher
Hi Jennifer. I’ve not had to turn the tenderloin during cooking. While all air fryers can be different, for this recipe it’s always come out great without having to turn.
Sandra J Griffen
Husband and I loved it.definately a keeper. So easy and flavorful
★★★★★
Kim
This is a new family favorite on the dinner rotation! The dry rub is so absolutely delicious – I have used it on chicken breasts too. Tonight I am making the best damn chicken recipe and hoping for the same family smiles as the pork! Thanks for sharing!
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RecipeTeacher
And I thank YOU for the awesome feedback, Kim!
Lara
Hi, which function do I use on my air fryer – bake, roast, or air crisp? Thanks! You
RecipeTeacher
Air fry.
Tanya
Hi, I have the same issue, I don’t have an actual air fry option, I have ninja foodi tendercrisp pressure cooker and I’m wondering if air crisp will do the same job as air fryer, it seem to do it with egg rolls and nuggets but sometimes they need a bit more time to get ready then listed on the instruction. Any advice how should I make it? Thank you
Michele Gautreau
Awesome recipe. The hubs and I loved it.
★★★★★
Gary Brunell
Absolutely the best pork I have ever made!!!!!
RossC
Wonderful recipe/method. The only thing I did differently is let it marinate overnight, in fridge.
Tastes as good as it is beautiful.. :O)
★★★★★
Susanne Beier
I agree! I loved this recipe!! Turned out great in my air fryer
★★★★★
Elizabeth McCarter
LOVED this recipe! Easy, fast, and SOOO tastey!
★★★★★
Jennifer Coppersmith
SO delicious! Followed recipe exactly and it turned out perfect in my Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer. My family devoured it! Many thanks!
★★★★★
RecipeTeacher
Awesome!! Yeah I also have a Vortex Plus and everything comes out so good! Thanks for the feedback Jennifer!
Patricia White
OMG, this was the best pork tenderloin ever!! Loved it!
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Gilda
Made this tonight and cooked it 20 minutes….placed new potatoes in halfway through….meat was soooo tender and juicy. I didn’t use all of the sugar and it was still a bit sweet, but awesome!
Alexis
Hi. This sounds delicious! I’m new to my air fryer. Would you recommend air frying the tenderloin in a fryer basket or a tray? Thank you!
RecipeTeacher
If you’re referring to a rotisserie basket in a tray style air fryer, just use the tray. The rotisserie basket is not necessary.
Nia
This was delicious 😍
★★★★★
RecipeTeacher
Thanks, Nia!
Buddy
The first thing most of you need to do first is know the difference between a tenderloin and a regular loin… This recipe is for a tenderloin..
Ben Wyles
My concern as well. I’m thinking of making two meals of it and experimenting a bit with possible stuffing ingredients in each. Learning quickly that much of this is gleaning ideas from others and what I’ve come to call “trial by error.” Full speed ahead!
Linda Rickson
Dinner was great! My 2.40 lb pork roast took about 40 minutes to cook, as some parts were much thicker than others. Luckily I doubled the rub recipe so I can try it on chicken next. Thank you again for your great advice, and I look forward to trying your other recipes.
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RecipeTeacher
Awesome! I’m actually heading out to the store today and I’m gonna try and find a similar size roast and try it. Thanks for all the feedback, Linda!
Linda Rickson
Thank you so much for your VERY quick reply! I just made the rub and doubled the recipe because my piece of meat so so large. I will certainly let you know how it goes. Serving with applesauce with cinnamon (ran out of apples, otherwise I would have made baked apples), roasted new potatoes and fresh steamed green beans.
RecipeTeacher
Oh that sounds good!
Linda Rickson
I am making a 2.40 lb ribeye pork roast in my air fryer tonight. Now that is quite a bit larger than a pork loin. What would you suggest as temp and time for this? I sure hope you see this in time, lol Thanks so much!
RecipeTeacher
Hi Linda. I’ve not done a ribeye pork roast in the air fryer, but I’d still do 400 degrees and I’d imagine it’s probably 25-35 min. And probably closer to 25 min. It should be no problem and you can always keep an eye on it with a meat thermometer. Please let me know how it goes!
Ben Wyles
I’m brand new to air frying. This recipe looks and sounds like a winner but let me be sure of my situation. I have a pork LOIN, slightly over 5#, and physical size for my fryer isn’t an issue. From what I’ve read, 20-25 minutes/ pound cook time is a good rule of thumb for pork. Should I fire up at 400′ for 2 hours and be ready with my thermometer at 1:45? I appreciate any input.
RecipeTeacher
Hi Ben. A 5lb pork loin is a big boy for sure. My only worry is that 2 hours could be a long time in an air fryer and it could get really dry.
Sheila
Oh My My!! Never in my Life have I ever ate a pork loin tastier than this!!! I followed your recipe exactly as directed and it came out PERFECT!!! I am blown away how easy and simple it was to make. I kept going back for more!!! This will be the meal I will always make for my picky Mother in Law!!! Slam dunk that MOM!!! Lol. Thanks so much!!!
★★★★★
Barbra Vidinich
So delicious!! Third Recipe from Recipe Teacher and all have been the best! Thank you!!
★★★★★
Kaylee
Oh my goodness! This recipe is so flavorful, juicy, tender, and crisp in all the right places! We have made it twice in a week because my picky 11 year old son LOVES this recipe, and so do we. Thank you for publishing. We are extremely excited to try your other recipes.
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RecipeTeacher
Awww thank you, Kaylee! Yeah this one is in heavy rotation on our menu too. Thank you so much for the kind words and I hope you guys find some more favorites!
Jeff Patterson
Tenderloins are so easy to make and so many different ways. My best is on the grill, but today it is raining so I found your recipe and thought I’d try it in my Air Fryer. Turned out wonderful. Whole family loved it.
Thank you.
Jeff P
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Erin
My pork tenderloin was just under a pound so I cooked it for 18 min and it came out perfectly! The seasoning was so flavorful, too. We scarfed it down. Thanks for such a wonderful recipe. I will make this again and again.
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RecipeTeacher
Awesome, Erin! Thank you for the feedback!
Rand
I made this for lunch today. I changed it up slightly by serving it with a gravy made from the drippings. Oh my gosh, my husband practically inhaled it. Great recipe!
★★★★★
RecipeTeacher
Thank you, Rand!
Jennifer mahoney
New family favorite ! My stepson just bought me a ninja foodi so we have been trying out different recipes……today he asked what was for dinner and when I told him pork loin, his reply , much like the rest of the family was “ugh” .. I asked what did he mean by that ? And he said “you can only do so much with the pork loin and it always tastes the same”…….well, let me tell you , you took a dinner that our family always just ate because they had to and turned it into a top 5 fav ! The texture, spicy kick and juicy center was absolutely delicious!! I served it with fingerling potatoes and steamed cauliflower ❤️
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RecipeTeacher
I love it!!! Thanks so much, Jennifer!!
Tanya
Just had this for dinner tonight!! Very good!! It would be good with a sauce. Anyone try that?
Elesia
I made this today and it was delicious. I had to tell friends immediately. Perfect recipe seasonings and cook time. I am now subscribing😀
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RecipeTeacher
Awesome!! Thank you, Elesia! Lots more good recipes on the way in the coming weeks too!
Amy Kociscin
This sounds awesome! Will it work with a pork sirloin?
RecipeTeacher
It really depends on the size of the particular cut. The seasonings will work great, just keep an eye on it and be sure to use an instant read thermometer. You want the center on the meat to be at least 145F before you remove from the air fryer. Then let it rest under some foil on a plate for a few minutes.
Diane
First time here I have a pork loin how long
RecipeTeacher
Hi Diane. It’s hard to say for sure without knowing the exact size, but probably 30+ minutes. Keep an eye on it with an instant read thermometer. Remove the pork when the internal temp is about 145 and then let it sit on a plate, covered in foil for a few minutes.
Andrea
So good!! It was everything the recipe said – juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside. I had a 1.3 lb and had to cook it longer than 22 minutes, probably more like 25-26. I also am doing mostly low carb/keto so I used brown sugar substitute and it had the same taste and affect. I’ll definitely keep this recipe and make again!
★★★★★
Georgie Smirlis-Gibson
Hello ,
I sliced my tenderloin into small chops .. how long do you think 🤔 ?
10- 15
RecipeTeacher
I’ve not specifically done pork tenderloin medallions, but those pieces will be so small, they’ll probably be done in under 10 min. Just keep an eye on them.
Candeee
Excellent! Very flavorful and juicy. I used a 1 1/2 lb pork loin and it wasn’t done after the 22 minutes…it was only at 108 degrees. I even preheated my air fryer for 8 minutes. The meat was ready at about 43 minutes. We will make this again.
★★★★
RecipeTeacher
Hi Candee. Did you have a pork loin or tenderloin? A tenderloin should never really take 40+ minutes.
Judy
You were not kidding 🙂 This was the best damn pork loin I have ever made. The rub was amazing and was so juicy… Thank you. I look forward to checking out your other recipes
★★★★★
RecipeTeacher
Thank you Judy!!
Trish
Just starting out with my airfryer. This recipe was awesome!!! Moust, juicy and so flavorful! Going to try it with pork chops next. Thanks for a great recipe!
★★★★★
RecipeTeacher
Thank you so much, Trish. And thank you for the nice note too. Very much appreciate the feedback! 🙂
Wendy Earwood
Oh.My.Word! Delicious!!!! Wow! Never have I had a better pork tenderloin. Juicy, tender and that char on the outside was phenomenal!
★★★★★
RecipeTeacher
Thanks Wendy!!
Steve Heiser
You did it again the Tenderloin was Dam outstanding and i want to say that the recipes you have given us are outstanding i cooked my roast for 20 minuets put it on the plate to rest when my wife came into the kitchen the juices were running all over she asked me if it was done then i cut into it beautiful just like your pictures thanks again Teacher Steve
RecipeTeacher
Thanks man!!!
Janet
So im feeding a group and I have 6 tenderloins. What should i adjust the temp and time to to make sure they all get done?
RecipeTeacher
If they’re crowded in there you might consider 2 batches. But if they all fit in ok, check for doneness after the 3 minutes.
ckr
Delicious, skipped the ground mustard as I didn’t have any. Easy to prepare, It’s a keeper.
Mary Baird
Fabulous! I will probably cut down on the salt next time, but the roast had a delicious smokey flavor.
★★★★★
Bruce
I don’t think I have ever put a comment on Pinterest. There are so many recipes out there claim to be the best -whatever- ever but this pork really is the best. I was skeptical at first but mine came out just like the picture and it tastes way better than even the picture looks! I put in too much cayenne for some family members but that was my fault. Seriously, this is the best pork I’ve ever made!
★★★★★
RecipeTeacher
Thanks man!! Too much cayenne?? Nah! 🙂
KK
1st time reviewing anything ever. I thought chicken wings could not be outdone in an air fryer. This recipe is king!
★★★★★
RecipeTeacher
Thanks so much KK! 🤴
Ray
Never provide feedback on recipes, but served this over a bed of apple sauce, best damn pork tenderloin EVER!
diana
This is most certainly the best recipe for pork tenderloin I have ever made! And not just in the AirFyer I’ve been cooking this piece of meat for 50 years.
★★★★★
RecipeTeacher
Wow! Thanks so much, Diana!
Karen
Cooked ithe 20 minutes at 400 but not done. It’s 1.2 pounds.
JimTrefry
Great recipe! I had a 1.5 pound cut and cooked it exactly as you suggested to the full 22 minutes (after 5 minute pre-heat) and it came out perfectly to ~145° internal temperature. After letting it rest for 5 minutes it was a juicy, medium-well done, delicious piece of meat!!…The Rub was very tasty as well, although we may try it with a little less salt next time, but that’s just a personal preference! Thank you!
RecipeTeacher
Awesome, Jim! Thank you for the feedback!
Oscar
When your talking air fryer. I have the Ninja Foodi Grill. What do I set the air fryer too? Would I use the grill option. I highly doubt it’s the Air crisp button. And the other options I have is bake or roast. Which would you recommend?
Barbara
Sounds good. Will try it tonight and post results tmro.
Julie
A M A Z I N G !!! This was delicious. A second round is in the air fryer now! Looking forward to trying it with a turkey tenderloin next!
★★★★★
RecipeTeacher
Thank you, Julie!! 🙂
Mary Cavenaugh
Can I make this using a pork tenderloin FILET?
RecipeTeacher
Hi Mary. So my guess is that the package says “Pork Loin Filet”? Or does it specifically have the words “tenderloin filet”?
FLee
This recipe is a repeat recipe! Delicious!
★★★★★
RecipeTeacher
Thanks, Flee!
Brittany
I don’t have smoked paprika just regular paprika… will it still be good or is there something else I can use instead?
RecipeTeacher
Hi Brittany. Go ahead and just use the regular paprika. The tenderloin will still be tender, juicy and delicious.
Stella Ann
I’m breaking out my air fryer. Cooked it 20 minutes at 400 but not done. It’s 1.5 pounds. Cooking some more.
Bobbi
I would have to agree with the title of this recipe!! This was fabulous! I did have to improvise a little, had no dry mustard so I rubbed down my pork loin with spicy brown mustard and garlic olive oil and then the dry rub. It came out perfect… so moist and tasty! Thanks for the recipe!!
★★★★★
RecipeTeacher
Thanks, Bobbi! Sounds good with the brown mustard!
Boo
Was just thinking I have all but the dry mustard I do have brown spicy! Making your version today 😋
RecipeTeacher
Go for it, Boo. It will be great!
Karen
Hi this sounds delish! I have the oven style AF which also has a rotisserie, should I use the rotisserie or put the pork right on the rack?
RecipeTeacher
Put it right on the rack.
Faith
Another question – if you are doing 2 tenderloins (cutting them in half – so 4 pieces total), is it okay to stack them on each other in the basket-style fryer? Do you think they would cook the same as if you just did one layer?
thanks.
★★★★★
Faith
OH! MY! GOSH! Seriously, this is the best recipe ever! I tend to overcook meat in the air fryer – but If you follow this recipe and timing – it comes out perfect! (and don’t skip the cayenne aka red pepper). A new family favorite! THANK YOU!
Would this rub work well for boneless chicken breasts too? And if so – how long do you suggest cooking them, and to what internal temp? (I tend to overcook chicken too).
Please give additional ideas for chicken and pork air fryer recipes/flavorings.
thank you!
★★★★★
RecipeTeacher
Wow, thank YOU, Faith! Indeed the run works great with chicken. I actually have a recipe on the way for it. The timing for chicken can be a little more difficult to nail down, but you always want an internal temp when it’s done of 165. Stay tuned, I should have the recipe up in about a week or so!
Faith
Great! thanks so much! Again – best thing I’ve made in the air fryer – totally impressed everyone! 🙂
Tessa
Ok. Don’t know where we went wrong , been cooking this tenderloin for going on 35 min now and still raw in the middle , preheated air fryer to 400 as instructed , about to give up and toss it in the oven
RecipeTeacher
Hi Tessa, 35 minutes should be way more than enough time to cook a pork tenderloin. Are you certain all the settings are correct and the air fryer is functioning properly? Also, what is the size of the tenderloin?
Karen
My pork tenderloin never tasted so damn moist and delicious! I will definitely use this for company! I always seemed to over cook pork tenderloin! A problem solved! Thank you!
RecipeTeacher
Awesome, Karen! Thank you for the feedback!
Laura
What can I substitute for dry mustard? I do not have any. This recipe sounds awesome!L
RecipeTeacher
Hi Laura, just go ahead and leave the dry mustard out. It will still be really good.
Nicole
Perfect! So juicy and great flavor. I omitted cayenne because I’m a weenie. Juicy and delicious at 20 min! 1.35 lb tenderloin in two pieces. Perfect amount of rub as well. Thank you! I have already shared this recipe. Yum 👍🏼👍🏼
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RecipeTeacher
Thanks, Nicole! Nah, you’re not a weenie for omitting the cayenne. As long as you liked it than it’s indeed perfect. Thank you so much for the feedback!
Eddie R.
RT–I own a Power XL and somebody I saw online when searching recipes cooked a 1-1/4 lb pork tenderloin for 18 minutes at 375, flipped, then another 18 minutes. Said it came out great. It’s so hard to believe for a loin of that size at that temp needs all that time. Opinion?
RecipeTeacher
Hi Eddie. Yes indeed that amount of time seems excessive. If you have an instant read thermometer you can always check the internal temp and the indicted times of the recipe to be sure.
Susanne
I have the air fryer that has the racks still ok to use? Seems the pork would be dried out.
RecipeTeacher
Yes it will be great! I’ve made this in both a basket style air fryer as well as one with trays. Not dried out at all.
Terri L Davidson
No Foil when I made mine
Von
Did you wrap in foil to cook.
RecipeTeacher
No foil
Michele
This was a DELICIOUS rub!!
★★★★★
Terri Davidson
This was the first recipe I found to make my first loin in my Air Fryer. The name says it all. Followed exactly cooked 20 minutes let rest 5 minutes. The whole family agrees “The Best Fork Loin Ever” air fryer or not.
RecipeTeacher
Very cool!! I’m so glad you and the family liked it. Thanks for the feedback, Terri!
Pia Thadani
For easier clean up, would it be ok to put the tenderloin in a pie plate (I have one of those disposable foil ones) before putting it in the air fryer?
RecipeTeacher
Hi Pia, so I’d recommend a piece of foil on the bottom of the actual air fryer so that the air can circulate.
Sylvia
This recipe sounds delicious! How long would you cook a 3 pound pork loin roast?
RecipeTeacher
Hi Sylvia. So a pork loin roast is actually different than a pork tenderloin. I’ve had to do pork loin roasts as long as 25 minutes. However, I don’t have an exact time to give you as I’ve not tested yet on enough different size pork loin roasts. That said, my notes have my best one, which was about 2 lbs, taking 25 minutes.
Betty
Doesn’t wattage have something to do with temp mine is 1700watts
RecipeTeacher
Hi Betty, with air fryers they will have specific temperature settings, and they do not need to be adjusted based on wattage.
Rachel
Do you just cook it in the basket? Do you turn it over When the air fryer indicates?
RecipeTeacher
Hi Rachel. Yes it cooks right in the basket. Did not need to turn over.
Rebecca Miller
could you put this on the rotisserie? same time?
RecipeTeacher
Hi Rebecca. Yes you can actually. I originally made it in a Vortex Plus and used the rotisserie and it worked great. It was just cumbersome to get the spit all the way through. So the final version was done in a regular basket style air fryer.
Mark
Would it be beneficial to cut the pork tenderloin in half before air frying it? It seems like a pork tenderloin is kind of an awkwardly-sized thing to place in the basket of an air fryer.
RecipeTeacher
Hi Mark. Yes you certainly can do that. Same times and everything else.
Lisa Fornal
This is the best thing I’ve made with my Emeril Pressure Air Fryer since I bought it last month. I finally found a website I will follow and make other recipes to love.
★★★★★
RecipeTeacher
Thanks Lisa! And I’ve got many more air fryer recipes on the way. Thanks for the feedback!
Tim OBrien
Just like the title says, this was the Best Damn Pork Tenderloin Recipe. We loved the results.
★★★★★
RecipeTeacher
Thanks, Tim!!