Recipe: Cocoa-Crusted Pork TenderloinDescription: A savory pork tenderloin crusted with cocoa and spices, paired with roasted sweet potatoes.Serves: 4 people Total Time: 70Difficulty: Easy to follow Ingredients needed: 0.5 teaspoon fennel seed, 0.5 teaspoon coarse salt, 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 teaspoon hot paprika, 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin, 4 tablespoons olive oil, 2 pieces sweet potatoes, 2 tablespoons rosemary leaves, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 0.25 cup light creamInstructions: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grind fennel seed and coarse salt in a mortar. Mix in cocoa powder and paprika. Pat pork dry and coat with the mixture. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet. Sear pork on all sides, about 5 minutes total. Transfer to the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). In a bowl, toss sweet potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil and rosemary. Spread on a baking sheet, sprinkle with salt, and bake for 30 minutes, turning once until lightly browned. In the skillet, add brown sugar and light cream. Simmer until thickened, about 20 minutes. Stir until smooth, and then keep warm. Let pork rest for 5 minutes after baking. Serve sliced with sweet potatoes and sauce.Perfect for: Meal planning, weekly preparation, home cooking Tags: main course, pork, roastedThis Cocoa-Crusted Pork Tenderloin recipe is designed for easy meal planning and preparation. It serves 4 people and can be made in 70 minutes. Great for weekly meal prep and family dinners.