Choosing to roast a couple of tenderloins instead of awhole turkeyis an easy way to sidestep these cooking conundrums.
What Is Turkey Tenderloin?
The tenderloin is a thick strip of meat thats cut from theturkey breast.
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Look to your local butcher or supermarket to see if they stock it.
If not, they may be able to order it for you.
The tenderloin, however, is far more uniform in shape and is entirely white meat.
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That makes it easier to avoid overcooking.
The key is keeping an eye on your oven and having an instant-read thermometer handy.
All you need is whole-grain mustard, the juice of an orange, and a bit of butter.
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Leftovers are also terrific sliced thin forsandwiches.
Choose a sturdy, oven-proof skillet thats big enough to accommodate the turkey tenderloins with some room around them.
Lay the turkey tenderloins on a clean work surface and pat them dry with a paper towel.
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Sprinkle the spice rub on the exterior of the tenderloins until nicely coated.
Heat the skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the oil and swirl to coat the pan.
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Once hot and shimmering, add the tenderloins in a single layer.
Cook until nicely browned on both sides, about 3 minutes per side.
Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake until the turkey is cooked through, about 30 minutes.
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The time will vary depending on the shape and size of the tenderloins.
Use an instant-read thermometer to check for doneness.
As soon as the turkey is done, move it to a carving board to rest for 10 minutes.
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While the pan is still hot, add the mustard, butter, and juice from the orange.
Stir to melt the butter and blend the ingredients with the pan drippings.
Cut the tenderloins into 1/2-inch thick slices.
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Arrange on a serving plate or platter.
Transfer any juices that pooled on the carving board into the mustard sauce.
Stir and pour into a small pitcher or bowl for serving alongside.
