Air Fryer Dry-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Broccoli

This was an experiment that had a very happy ending. The dry rub on the tenderloin created a nice crispy crust while the inside stayed moist and juicy.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 271 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon ground mustard
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (Optional)
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 (1 1/2 pound) pork tenderloin, trimmed
• 4 cups chopped broccoli florets

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

Step 2

Stir brown sugar, paprika, ground mustard, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper together in a small bowl until evenly combined.

Step 3

Brush olive oil on pork tenderloin until coated. Rub spice mixture on all sides of tenderloin and let sit for 5 minutes.

Step 4

Carefully place tenderloin in the air fryer basket and cook, undisturbed, in the preheated air fryer for 20 minutes.

Step 5

Meanwhile, place broccoli in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave on high until tender, about 3 minutes. Stir in olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

Step 6

Transfer tenderloin to a cutting board and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.

Step 7

While tenderloin is resting, place broccoli in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.