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Potato Side Dishes for Pork Tenderloin

May 27, 2022 · by Valentina · 6 Comments

Potato Side Dishes for Pork Tenderloin are always great to have in your back pocket. From creamy and mashed, to layered in a casserole, there are so many delicious options to choose from.  Cross section of sous vide pork tenderloin on cuting boardAbove: One of my favorite pork recipes -- Sous Vide Pork Tenderloin with Coffee Rub

Pork tenderloin is a delicious cut of juicy pork that cooks quickly. It's easy to cook for a busy weeknight or any special occasion.

Another great thing about this cut is that there are so many different ways to prepare it. Pork tenderloin recipes can be roasted, sautéed, stewed, cooked sous vide or grilled.

Side dishes for pork tenderloin can vary greatly -- from a green salad, brussels sprouts and green beans, to apple sauce, fruit-filled rice and butternut squash.

While the possibilities are practically endless, we’re going to focus on potato sides because they are especially amazing with pork.

I make pork tenderloin as a main course a few times a month, and I always serve it with potatoes or sweet potatoes.

Below are 15 of the best side dishes with potatoes as the star. Some are simple recipes and some are more involved -- and all are scrumptious.

Potato Side Dishes for Pork Tenderloin


1. Gruyère-Spinach Potatoes Au Gratin
This is a classic side dish for pork and meat, and is always a great choice. The flavors are deep, the textures are smooth, and the overall takeaway is one of over-the-top, comforting deliciousness. It never disappoints!1 serving of Gruyere Spinach Potatoes Au Gratin on a white plate surround by fresh thyme sprigs.

2. Crispy Fingerling Potatoes with Onion
This tasty easy recipe is fairly quick to get on the table, and it's the perfect combination of crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.Crispy sliced, fingerling potatoes in a rectangular, terra cotta dish.

3. Rosemary Confit Potatoes
The melt-in-your-mouth quality of these potatoes comes from olive oil, and it's unmatched by any other potato I’ve tried, making it one of my favorite side dishes. This might be a longer cook time than other potato recipes, but it's worth every minute.Baby Confit Potatoes in a red bowl

4. Ancho Chile Potatoes
Roasted to perfection and full of smoky and earthy flavors, this great side dish is reminiscent of Spanish Patatas Bravas.Green and terra cotta bowl filled with cubed potatoes covered in red sauce.

5. Pommes Anna
Also called Anna Potatoes, these potatoes are lightly coated with melted butter, and are so aromatic and delicious! It’s one of the prettiest potato sides to add to your dinner table.A few Pommes Anna on a white plate with fresh thyme

6. Herb Garlic Smashed Potatoes
This dish is fun and on the easy side to prepare. It's rich and creamy and full of fresh, aromatic herbs. This is a particularly good side dish when you're craving comfort foods. (Which is usually the case when potatoes are involved. 😉 )Curvy ceramic dish full with Garlic-Herb Smashed Potatoes and fresh thyme.

7. Rustic Garlic Confit Mashed Potatoes
The only thing better than potatoes confit, is Rustic Garlic Confit Mashed Potatoes! This is the perfect side dish for a saucy recipe.Garlic mahsed potatoes in white square bowl.

8. Smashed Potato Casserole recipe
This smoky side dish is full of Spanish flavors. It's unique, deliciously rich and very comforting.Square slice of a Smoky Spanish Smashed Potato Casserole on a purple plate.

9. Oven French Fries
Yes, French fries! I mean, are they ever not a good choice? The combination of pork tenderloin and fries makes for a delicious meal, and this recipe is low fat to boot.Colorful little bowls filled with golden French fries.

10. Potato Pavé with Rosemary
Made unique with the addition of sweet apples, this is an incredibly delicious potato recipe that will totally wow your guests. It’s rich, creamy and crispy — all at once.one thick slice of potato pave on purple plate with rosemary

11. Smoky Chipotle Parmesan French Fries
More fries -- because why not? These fries are subtly spicy, wonderfully smoky, and crisped to perfection with Parmesan cheese. They will make your taste buds swoon!Two piles of Smoky Chipotle French Fries on Parchment

12. Crispy Potato Pancakes with Cheese
Always a crowd pleaser, these crispy pancakes are packed with the spicy, rich flavors of pepper jack and jalapeños.3 crispy potato pancakes on a purple plate with cilantro leaves.

13. Rosemary Prosciutto Cheesy Potatoes
This is a gluten-free recipe for Funeral Potatoes -- a take on the classic dish, enhanced with punches of new flavors.One slice of Rosemary Prosciutto Cheesy Idaho Potatoes on a white plate with fresh rosemary sprigs and a red baking dish in background.

14. Baked Sweet Potato Slices with Rosemary
In this easy-to-make recipe, the natural sweetness of the potatoes is brought out with a touch of honey.  It's a pretty, vegan side dish that pairs with just about everything, during any season.Slices of sweet potato with finely chopped rosemary on top on sheet pan

15. Baked Basil Sweet Potatoes with Bacon
A super fun sweet potato dish that's always a hit. They can actually stand alone, but are also a perfect accompaniment to pork and chicken. Bacon Basil Baked Sweet Potatoes with melted cheese on top on a white plate.

Potato Side Dishes for Pork Tenderloin would of course also be delicious with pork chops and pork loin roast.

I think these lovely side dishes all pair really well with pork, and the whole family will love them.

Enjoy!

More Potato Recipes

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    Onion Pizza with Tomato and Basil
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  • Several filled spicy potato soft tacos with avocado and lime slices on a red plate.
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  • Close up of potatoes covered in red sauce in a green bowl.
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  1. angiesrecipes

    May 27, 2022 at 12:43 am

    You have some great potato recipes! That pork tenderloin looks so juicy and tender.

    Reply
    • valentina

      May 29, 2022 at 8:01 pm

      Thanks, Angie! Enjoy. 🙂 ~Valentina

      Reply
  2. Marissa

    May 28, 2022 at 7:10 pm

    We enjoy pork tenderloin too and every one of these potato sides is calling my name! I want to try them all.

    Reply
    • valentina

      May 29, 2022 at 8:03 pm

      Thanks, Marissa. Hope you love them! 🙂 ~Valentina

      Reply
  3. Dawn

    May 30, 2022 at 11:33 am

    Love a good potato side dish!! As I was scrolling through your list, I was thinking how I wanted to try them all. Those ancho chile potatoes are particularly calling my name. Bet they pair wonderfully with pork tenderloin - such a hearty meal!! 🙂

    Reply
  4. Kelly | Foodtasia

    May 30, 2022 at 9:42 pm

    Totally drooling over all these potato recipes! They look fantastic!

    Reply

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