Grilled pork tenderloin, known for its tender and juicy texture, is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a main course for any occasion. This lean cut of pork is marinated in a flavorful dry rub, which imparts a savory crust and locks in moisture during the grilling process. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or looking for a simple yet elegant meal, grilled pork tenderloin with a basic dry rub is a culinary delight that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you wanting more.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
BEST DAMN GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN
Mouthwatering, tender, juicy and loaded with amazing flavor, this grilled pork tenderloin is an all-time favorite.
Provided by RecipeTeacher
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine all dry ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
- Trim pork tenderloins of any excess fat or silver skin, coat with vegetable oil and rub in entire seasoning mixture.
- Fire up grill to medium/high heat. Make sure grates are well cleaned and oiled. Let grill get good and hot for 5 minutes with the lid closed.
- Add pork tenderloins and grill for 5 minutes with lid closed, or until pork starts to easily release from the grill. Use tongs and give the pork a 1/4 turn and continue grilling for another 2-3 minutes.
- Flip pork tenderloins and continue to grill for 2-3 minutes. Then, use tongs and place the remaining sides on the grill for about 1 minute each, just to get them a quick sear. Pork is done when internal temperature reaches 145°(F)
- Remove pork from grill and let rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
SUPER JUICY GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN
This flavorful and juicy grilled pork tenderloin recipe is first seasoned with a dry rub, then marinated in a sweet bbq soy sauce, and grilled to get beautiful grill marks and a juicy inside.
Provided by Lee Funke
Categories Meat
Time 2h46m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Pat pork tenderloin dry with a paper towel.
- Mix dry rub ingredients together in a small bowl and then season both pork tenderloins on all sides. Use your hands to rub it in.
- Whisk together the marinade ingredients in a separate bowl. Then, pour the marinade into a large Stasher bag or Ziploc. Add dry-rubbed pork tenderloins to the bag and make sure they are completely submerged. Seal the bag and let the pork marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- When ready to cook, heat grill to 450°F - 500°F.
- When the grill is preheated, carefully spray grill grates with a little cooking spray (be careful this will ignite the flames) and sear pork tenderloins over direct heat for 2 minutes per side.
- Then, turn ½ the burners to low and move pork tenderloin to the low heat side, leaving the other side burners on high. Your grill should drop down to around 400ºF.
- Grill pork tenderloin for around 12 minutes*, flipping halfway through. Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the pork. It should reach an internal temperature of at least 145ºF.
- Remove from the grill and let rest for at least 5 minutes.
- Use a sharp knife to slice pork tenderloin and serve it with the grilled carrots.
- Get the full recipe for our grilled carrots HERE.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1/6, Calories 231 calories, Sugar 12, Fat 5, Carbohydrate 17, Protein 32
GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN
Alton Brown's Grilled Pork Tenderloin recipe, from Good Eats on Food Network, stays moist thanks to hours of soaking in a sweet and sharp lime-based marinade.
Provided by Alton Brown
Categories main-dish
Time 6h35m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Trim the pork tenderloin of any excess fat and silver skin.
- Place the lime zest, lime juice, honey, salt, and garlic powder in a small, lidded jar and shake to combine. Pour half of the marinade mixture into a 1-gallon resealable bag, add the chipotle pepper, and move around to combine. Add the pork tenderloin to the bag and seal, removing as much air as possible and place in a container to catch any leaks. Marinate in the refrigerator for 6 to 24 hours, rotating the bag halfway through the time. Place the remaining marinade in a covered container and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Remove the tenderloin from the bag and allow to sit at room temperature while preparing the grill. Remove the reserved marinade from the refrigerator.
- Fill a large chimney starter with natural lump charcoal and light. Once the charcoal is ashy and white, approximately 30 minutes, dump the hot charcoal onto the lowest grate of the grill and spread into an even layer using extra-long tongs. Place the cooking grate back on the grill and cover with the lid; heat the grate to medium heat for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Brush the grill with vegetable oil. Remove the tenderloin from the bag and place in the center of grate. Discard bag with marinade. Cover and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, turning every 1 1/2 to 2 minutes, until the tenderloin reaches an internal temperature of 140 degrees F.
- Remove the tenderloin from the grill and place on a large piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil folded at the edges to create a basket, and pour on the reserved marinade. Wrap tightly and rest for 10 minutes. Remove to a cutting board and slice. Garnish with cilantro and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calorie, Fat 5 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 74 milligrams, Sodium 600 milligrams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 24 grams, Sugar 12 grams
TANGY GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN
This is a quick, easy and very flavorful recipe. I've made it many times. Plan ahead because the pork needs to marinate.
Provided by Sadie
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Pork Tenderloin Recipes
Time 4h40m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Place meat in a large resealable plastic bag. In a medium bowl, mix together honey, Dijon mustard, chili powder, and salt. Pour marinade over tenderloins, seal, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Prepare the grill for indirect heat.
- Lightly oil grill grate. Remove meat from marinade, and discard liquid. Grill for 15 to 25 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.3 calories, Carbohydrate 35.3 g, Cholesterol 65.3 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 23.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 650.5 mg, Sugar 30.9 g
EASY GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN
"We've been making this dish for years and everyone who tastes it requests the recipe," writes Debbie Wigle of Williamson, New York. "We often double it and serve the leftovers on a mixed green salad."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a large resealable plastic bag, combine salad dressing and soy sauce; add pork. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for up to 4 hours. , Drain and discard marinade. Rub pork with steak seasoning. Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. , Prepare grill for indirect heat. Grill pork, covered, over indirect medium-hot heat for 25-40 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 171 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 500mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH ITALIAN RUB
You will want to grill this over indirect heat. What I do is light one side of my grill and then place the tenderloins on the other side. You do not want the flame directly under the meat.
Provided by Kim127
Categories Pork
Time 45m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat grill for indirect cooking.
- Finely chop together rosemary and other spices.
- Rub into surface of pork tenderloins.
- Place tenderloins on grill over medium indirect heat.
- Grill for 25-35 minutes or until internal temperature of the meat reaches 155 degrees.
- Let the tenderloins rest for about 5 minutes; slice and serve!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 185.4, Fat 5.4, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 98.3, Sodium 176, Carbohydrate 0.9, Fiber 0.3, Protein 31.4
GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN
This is one of my family's favorites. This pork recipe is always tender and juicy. Serve with additional barbeque sauce for dipping.
Provided by Cathy Christensen
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Pork Tenderloin Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Prepare grill for indirect heat.
- Season meat with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Lightly oil grate. Place tenderloin on grate, and position drip pan under meat. Cook over indirect heat for 30 minutes.
- Brush tenderloin with barbeque sauce. Continue cooking for 15 minutes, or until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center reads 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Allow pork to rest for 10 minutes. Slice pork, and serve with additional barbeque sauce for dipping.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.7 calories, Carbohydrate 15.7 g, Cholesterol 65.5 mg, Fat 3.7 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 23.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 905.2 mg, Sugar 11 g
GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH TEXAS RUB
I came across this recipe in one of my cookbooks and was describing it to one of my cyber friends so she asked that I post it for future reference. I haven't made this recipe, but I have to say it does sound good. The cook time would depend on how long you decide to marinate it.
Provided by Luby Luby Luby
Categories Pork
Time 36m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients except tenderloins.
- Rub the tenderloins with the seasoning mix and coat evenly.
- Refrigerate at least 30 minutes or up to 3 hours for stronger flavor.
- Preheat a gas or charcoal grill to medium heat or use indirect heat method.
- Grill for 30 to 35 minutes or until pork registers 160 degrees with meat thermometer, turning occasionally.
- Remove from grill and cover with aluminum foil.
- Let stand 5 minutes before cutting into thin slices.
Tips:
- Choose the Right Cut of Meat: Opt for pork tenderloin, as it's lean, tender, and cooks quickly.
- Dry Rub Magic: Enhance the flavor of your pork with a simple dry rub made from basic spices and seasonings. Experiment with different combinations to suit your taste.
- Rest for Flavor: Before slicing and serving, let the grilled pork tenderloin rest for a few minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more flavorful and succulent dish.
- Watch the Temperature: Use a meat thermometer to ensure the pork is cooked to your desired doneness. Aim for an internal temperature of 145°F for medium-rare or 155°F for medium.
- Accessorize Your Grill: If you have a grill basket, use it to keep the pork tenderloin in place and prevent it from falling apart during grilling.
- Flavorful Marinade: For an extra layer of flavor, consider marinating the pork tenderloin overnight or for at least several hours before grilling.
Conclusion:
Grilled pork tenderloin, seasoned with a basic dry rub, is a flavorful and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner. With its tender texture and smoky grilled flavor, this dish is sure to be a hit with family and friends. Experiment with different dry rub combinations and marinades to create a customized taste experience. Whether you prefer a classic barbecue flavor or something more adventurous, grilled pork tenderloin is a delicious and easy-to-prepare meal that's perfect for any occasion.
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