Cooking a stuffed pork tenderloin can be a delightful culinary experience, allowing you to combine flavors and textures to create a memorable dish. While the cooking process may seem daunting at first, it is surprisingly easy and rewarding. In this article, we will guide you through the essential steps of preparing a stuffed pork tenderloin that will impress your family and friends. We will provide detailed instructions, helpful tips, and a variety of stuffing options to suit different tastes and preferences. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and let's embark on this flavorful journey together.
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STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN
I came up with this spinach and mushroom stuffed pork tenderloin one day when looking for something new to do with pork tenderloin. This dish is very easy to make and assemble and is so pretty to serve to family and guests. I like to serve this with a nice salad and roasted potatoes.
Provided by ciaofraz
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Pork Tenderloin Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir mushrooms, shallot, thyme, garlic powder, sage, black pepper, and salt in the hot oil until liquid has evaporated and mushrooms and shallots are softened, 5 to 10 minutes. Add parsley; cook and stir for 1 minute. Mix in spinach; cook and stir until spinach is wilted, about 5 minutes. Stir in mustard. Remove from heat.
- Place pork tenderloin on a work surface; lay prosciutto atop tenderloin. Spread mushroom-spinach mixture over prosciutto, leaving 1/2-inch border on all sides. Tightly roll tenderloin around the filling and tie together with kitchen string to keep closed.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; place rolled tenderloin in the hot oil. Sear until all sides are golden brown, about 10 minutes. Transfer seared tenderloin to a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until pork is no longer pink in the center, 25 to 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.6 calories, Carbohydrate 4.2 g, Cholesterol 88.7 mg, Fat 16.2 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 32.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 439.6 mg, Sugar 1.1 g
TENDER STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN
"My grandmother often prepared this stuffed pork loin for Sunday dinner. She loved to cook and eat, especially when she had someone to share her food with." - Mary Ann Marino, West Pittsburg, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h10m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Make a lengthwise slit about three-fourths of the way through tenderloin; open tenderloin so it lies flat. Flatten to 1/4-in. thickness; set aside. , In a small skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Add bread crumbs; saute until crumbs are golden brown. Remove from the heat. Stir in the parsley, sage, rosemary, salt, pepper and enough egg to moisten the ingredients. , Spread stuffing on one long side of tenderloin to within 1/4 in. of edges. Close meat and place bacon on top; tie with kitchen string. Place on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50-60 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 476 calories, Fat 27g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 239mg cholesterol, Sodium 719mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 41g protein.
APPLE-STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN
My mother used to make this apple stuffed pork loin. To lighten my mom's recipe up a bit, I reduced the amount of croutons called for and used the fat-free variety. -Sandra Harrison of Viera, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 55m
Yield 3 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, bring 4 tablespoons broth to a boil. Remove from the heat; add raisins. Let stand for 5 minutes. , In a nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray; saute the apple, celery and onion for 3-4 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat; stir in the broth mixture, croutons, nuts, pepper and the remaining broth., Make a lengthwise slit down the center of the roast to within 1/2 in. of bottom. Open roast so it lies flat; cover with plastic wrap. Flatten to 1/2-in. thickness. Remove plastic wrap; fill with stuffing mixture. Close roast; tie at 2-in. intervals with kitchen string and secure ends with toothpicks., Place on a rack in a shallow baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 425° for 25-30 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 336 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 84mg cholesterol, Sodium 417mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SPINACH-STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN
Here's my favorite roast recipe, complete with an easy lesson on how to butterfly and stuff the meat with mouthwatering filling. Just follow the directions and refer to the how-to-photos.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut a lengthwise slit down the center of the tenderloin to within 1/2 in. of bottom. Open tenderloin so it lies flat. On each half, make another, lengthwise slit down the center to within 1/2 in. of bottom; cover with plastic wrap. Flatten to 1/4-in. thickness. Remove plastic wrap; sprinkle pork with 1/4 teaspoon celery salt, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Layer with the cheese, spinach and ham. Press down gently., Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side. Tie the roast at 1-1/2-inch to 2-inch intervals with kitchen string. Sprinkle with remaining celery salt, garlic powder and pepper. Place on a rack in a shallow baking pan., Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 25-30 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Transfer to a serving platter. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 87mg cholesterol, Sodium 588mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 32g protein.
APRICOT-STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN
"The cheese in this festive dish adds a nutty flavor and creamy texture," writes Agnes Ward from Stratford, Ontario. "This is definitely an entree two will enjoy-I know we do."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut a lengthwise slit down the center of the roast to within 1/2 in. of bottom. Open roast so it lies flat; cover with plastic wrap. Flatten to 1/2-in. thickness. Remove wrap; sprinkle with cheese, apricots, thyme, garlic, salt, pepper and cayenne., Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long end. Tie at 1-1/2- to 2-inch intervals with kitchen string; secure ends with toothpicks. Transfer to an 11x7-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Brush tenderloin with butter. Bake at 375° for 30-35 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 374 calories, Fat 17g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 130mg cholesterol, Sodium 463mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 40g protein.
STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN
I went to see Paula Deen at the Chicago Theater back in November with my daughter. Everyone who attended recieved these great recipes. I made it for our Holiday Party with Friends. They all loved it!! Paula Deen is one of my Idols that I would love to meet in person. So here's to you Paula...Thanks for a great dinner!!!!
Provided by Lizzi
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h55m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium hear. Add onion and garlic; cook 5 minutes, stirring frequently, or until tender. Stir in spinach; cook 3 minutes. Add bacon, Parmesan, salt, and pepper. Stirring until cheese is melted; set aside. Butterfly tenderloin by making a lengthwise cut down center of 1 flat side, cutting to within 1/2 inch of other side. From bottom of cut, slice horizontally to 1/2 inch from left side; repeat procedure on right side. Open tenderloin, and place between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap; flatten t 1/2 inch thickness, using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
- Spread spinach mixture over tenderloin, leaving a 1/2 inch border. Roll-up tenderloin, jellyroll fashion, starting with long side. Tie tenderloin, at 2 inch intervals with heavy string. Preheat over to 475.
- Place tenderloin on a lightly greased rack in a shallow roasting pan. Bake 20 minutes. Reduce heat to 325; cover, and bake 30 - 40 minutes, or until a thermometer inserted in thickest portion registers 155. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.
CORNBREAD-STUFFED BACON-WRAPPED PORK TENDERLOIN
This is a delicious and easy meal that is stuffed and wrapped with all the right ingredients. Try the Cornbread-Stuffed Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin for yourself.
Provided by Smithfield(R)
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Smithfield®
Time 1h5m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Cut 3 slices bacon into 1/4-inch wide slices. Cook in medium saucepan over medium-high heat until crisp; drain.
- Carefully pour all but 1 tablespoon grease from pan. Add butter and apple cider; bring to a boil. Remove from heat; stir in cooked bacon, cornbread stuffing mix, apple, cranberries and pecans. If needed, add addition cider to moisten stuffing.
- Place 4 remaining slices of bacon about 2 inches apart down center of 15x10x1-inch baking sheet. Cut down center of tenderloin but not all the way through; lay flat on top of bacon slices.
- Spoon stuffing down center of tenderloin; wrap bacon slices around tenderloin, overlapping on top. Secure with wooden picks.
- Bake 40 to 45 minutes until internal temperature of stuffing reaches 160 degrees F. Let stand 10 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.8 calories, Carbohydrate 31.6 g, Cholesterol 114.6 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 31.4 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 1165.7 mg, Sugar 7.5 g
PESTO AND CHEESE STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN
Pork tenderloin is rolled around a pesto, Cheddar cheese, and cream cheese filling. It is browned then baked for a flavorful main dish. Cream sauce is added before serving. Delicious.
Provided by Kim Schoonveld Waters
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Pork Tenderloin Recipes
Time 2h10m
Yield 3
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking dish.
- Mix cream cheese, Cheddar cheese, bacon, green onions, pesto sauce, garlic, and parsley together in a bowl. Lay pork tenderloin on a flat work surface and spread cheese mixture on one side of the meat. Roll tenderloin around the filling like a jellyroll. Season meat with salt and black pepper.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Place rolled pork tenderloin in hot butter and cook, turning, until browned on all sides, 7 to 10 minutes. Transfer tenderloin to the prepared baking dish, reserving drippings in skillet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until pork is no longer pink in the center, about 1 1/2 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
- Place the skillet with reserved drippings over medium-high heat. Pour in white wine and bouillon, bring to a simmer, reduce heat to low, and add cream; stir until sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Pour sauce over tenderloin.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 635.7 calories, Carbohydrate 4.7 g, Cholesterol 205.3 mg, Fat 52.1 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 30.5 g, SaturatedFat 30 g, Sodium 646.5 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
ASPARAGUS-STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN
Asparagus looks lovely tucked inside this juicy pork tenderloin. The robust seasoning rub dresses up an eye-catching entree you'll be proud to serve for a special occasions. -Tonya Farmer of Iowa City, Iowa
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the seasonings; set aside. Cut a lengthwise slit down the center of pork tenderloin to within 1/2 in. of bottom. Open so meat lies flat; cover with plastic wrap. Flatten to 1/4-in. thickness. Remove plastic; sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon seasoning mix over meat. , In a large skillet, bring water to a boil. Add asparagus; cover and cook for 2 minutes. Drain asparagus and immediately place in ice water; drain and pat dry. Place asparagus lengthwise over tenderloin. , Fold meat over asparagus, starting with a long side, and secure with kitchen string. Sprinkle with remaining seasoning. Grill, covered, over indirect medium heat for 20-25 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°, turning occasionally. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 201 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 299mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
GLAZED AND STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN
I couldn't find the perfect glazed and stuffed pork tenderloin, so I decided to give it a try on my own. This recipe is awesome!
Provided by TPATNO
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Pork Tenderloin Recipes
Time 1h45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Cut a lengthwise slit 3/4 of the way through pork tenderloin and spread tenderloin open. Pound the meat flat and to 1/4-inch thickness with a meat mallet.
- Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat and brown the flattened tenderloin in the hot oil, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer tenderloin to a plate.
- Heat butter in skillet over medium heat and cook and stir celery and onion in the hot butter until tender, about 8 minutes. Stir bread crumbs, parsley, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, rosemary, salt, and black pepper into the celery and onions.
- Open the tenderloin and spread the bread crumb mixture over the meat to within 1/2 inch of the edge. Fold the tenderloin over the stuffing and tie together with kitchen string; place into a shallow roasting pan.
- Stir cranberry jam, jalapeno pepper jam, garlic, and garlic powder together in a bowl; spread mixture over the tenderloin.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the jam mixture has baked into a glaze and an instant-read meat thermometer inserted into the middle of stuffing reads 160 degrees F (70 degrees C), 50 to 60 minutes. Let meat stand 5 minutes before untying and slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.8 calories, Carbohydrate 36.7 g, Cholesterol 78.5 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 6.1 g, Sodium 390.5 mg, Sugar 12.1 g
GRILLED STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN
We serve this stuffed tenderloin with a salad and a glass of wine. It's very good and so easy you won't believe it. -Bobbie Carr of Lake Oswego, Oregon
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cut a lengthwise slit down the center of each tenderloin to within 1/2 in. of bottom. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the wine or broth, brown sugar, ketchup, soy sauce, garlic, curry, ginger and pepper; add pork. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 2-3 hours. , In a small saucepan, bring water and butter to a boil. Stir in stuffing mix. Remove from the heat; cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Cool., Drain and discard marinade. Open tenderloins so they lie flat; spread stuffing down the center of each. Close tenderloins; tie at 1-1/2-in. intervals with kitchen string., Prepare grill for indirect heat. Moisten a paper towel with cooking oil; using long-handled tongs, lightly coat the grill rack. 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 296 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 73mg cholesterol, Sodium 678mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
FRUIT-STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN
Make and share this Fruit-Stuffed Pork Tenderloin recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Shahana
Categories Pork
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- Place dried fruit mix in bowl and add boiling water.
- Set aside to rehydrate.
- Trim all fat and silverskin from tenderloin.
- Slit tenderloin lengthwise (not quite all the way through) making a pocket for the stuffing.
- Sprinkle the inside with salt and pepper.
- Drain the fruit mix.
- Peel and core the apple and mix with fruit and place in meat pocket.
- Tie the meat with cord at 1-1 1/2 inch intervals.
- Place meat in 13x9x2 ungreased pan and roast uncovered for 20 minutes.
- Lower heat to 350F and roast for 20 minutes longer.
- Remove from oven and let stand for 20 minutes.
- Cut into 1/2 - 1 inch slices and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.6, Fat 6.4, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 74.8, Sodium 102.6, Carbohydrate 28.1, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 2.8, Protein 24.3
MUSHROOM AND CHORIZO-STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN
This is a mouth-watering recipe for pork tenderloin. I invented the recipe myself because I thought the ingredients would go well together and they do. I serve it with a fresh green salad and fried rice.
Provided by Bill Ligertwood
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Pork Pork Tenderloin Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Cut pork tenderloin down the center lengthwise nearly all the way through, leaving the two sides attached; sprinkle with 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce.
- Stir onion, mushrooms, and garlic together in a bowl. Distribute mushroom mixture evenly along center of pork; sprinkle with remaining Worcestershire sauce and steak seasoning. Lay chorizo slices evenly along mushroom stuffing.
- Pierce tenderloin with 4 or 5 skewers crosswise through both edges; wrap butcher's twine around skewers, as if lacing shoelaces, and pull tenderloin closed around stuffing. Tie ends of twine together; place tenderloin in a baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until pork is slightly pink at the center, and an instant-read thermometer inserted near the center of the pork reads at least 145 degrees F (74 degrees C), 20 to 30 minutes. Remove string and skewers; cut into 2-inch thick medallions to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 179 calories, Carbohydrate 3.9 g, Cholesterol 61.6 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 21.3 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 527 mg, Sugar 1.3 g
GRILLED STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat a grill to medium high and lightly oil the grates. Butterfly the pork: Slice almost in half lengthwise, stopping about 1/2 inch from cutting through; open like a book and flatten with your hands. Cover with plastic wrap and pound to about 1/2 inch thick with the flat side of a meat mallet or a heavy skillet.
- Rub the pork with the grated garlic and season with salt and pepper. Arrange the red peppers on top of the pork in a single layer, then the basil and mozzarella, leaving a 1-inch border on one long side. Roll up from the opposite long side into a tight log and tie with kitchen twine in three or four places. Rub with 1 tablespoon olive oil and season well with salt and pepper.
- Grill the pork, covered and turning occasionally, until a thermometer inserted into the meat (not the filling) registers 145 degrees F, 12 to 14 minutes. Let rest about 5 minutes, then slice.
- Meanwhile, strip the kale leaves from the stems and tear into pieces. Heat the remaining 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the kale, smashed garlic and a big pinch each of salt and pepper. Cook, tossing, until the kale is tender, about 5 minutes. Roughly chop the giardiniera and stir into the kale until heated through, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Divide among plates and serve with the pork.
STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH CILANTRO LIME PESTO
Cilantro, also known as coriander, is a signature spice in Mexican cooking. In this recipe it combines with lime to add zing to pork tenderloin, a sensational main dish for an elegant dinner.
Provided by Chef Luis Aguilar
Categories Pork
Time 1h35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- PREHEAT oven to 400°F.
- CUT tenderloin lengthwise almost in half.
- Open; lay flat between two pieces of waxed paper.
- Pound with meat mallet or rolling pin to 1/2-inch thickness.
- PLACE garlic, onion, cilantro, lime juice and jalapenos in food processor or blender container; cover.
- Process until coarsely chopped.
- Process, while slowly adding corn oil, for 10-15 seconds or until mixture is slightly smooth.
- Spread half of cilantro mixture over tenderloin; top with cheese.
- Roll up; secure with string.
- Spread remaining cilantro mixture over top.
- Place on rack in roasting pan.
- BAKE for 55-60 minutes or until internal temperature of 170 F is reached.
- Cool for 5 minutes.
- Remove string; slice.
- Serve with picante sauce.
MUSHROOM-STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN
Pork tenderloin is filled with a flavorful mushroom stuffing in this pretty entree from our home economists.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 servings (1 cup sauce).
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, bring water and porcini mushrooms to a boil. Remove from the heat; let stand for 30 minutes. , Meanwhile, make a lengthwise slit down the center of the pork to within 1/2 in. of bottom. Open meat so it lies flat; cover with plastic wrap. Flatten to 3/8-in. thickness. Remove plastic wrap; sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Set aside., Crumble the sausage into a large skillet; add 2 cups shiitake mushrooms and onion. Cook over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Remove from the heat; stir in the bread crumbs, 3 teaspoons parsley, rosemary and sage., Drain porcini mushrooms, reserving liquid. Chop mushrooms; stir into sausage mixture along with 3 tablespoons soaking liquid. Spoon stuffing down center of pork; bring long sides over stuffing to close. Tie at 2-in. intervals with kitchen string; secure ends with toothpicks. , Place on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 30-35 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing., For sauce, in a small saucepan, saute remaining shiitake mushrooms in butter until tender. Sprinkle with flour; stir until blended. Gradually add broth and 1/4 cup mushroom soaking liquid. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in the remaining salt, pepper and parsley. Serve with pork.
Nutrition Facts :
STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH CHIMICHURRI
Provided by Food Network
Time 50m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- To make chimichurri: Process all ingredients together in blender, occasionally stopping to scrape down sides, until smooth. Transfer chimichurri to a serving bowl, set aside (makes about 1/2 cup chimichurri). To make pork: Butterfly pork, cutting tenderloin lengthwise, stopping about a quarter inch from the bottom. Open pork, make a lengthwise cut on each meaty side, and open again so pork is about 5 inches wide. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in medium nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add shallot and garlic and cook until shallot softens, about 1 minute. A handful at a time, stir in spinach, letting each batch wilt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until spinach is tender, about 3 minutes. Drain in sieve and let cool until easy to handle. Press hard on spinach mixture with spoon to remove excess liquid. Transfer to bowl and stir in bell pepper, cheese, breadcrumbs, 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/8 teaspoon of pepper. Spread filling on pork. Roll up lengthwise and tie crosswise with kitchen twine (or unwaxed plain dental floss) in three or four places. Brush with remaining teaspoon oil and season with remaining salt and pepper. Prepare outdoor grill for indirect and direct cooking over medium-high heat (about 400 degrees F.). Grill tenderloin over direct heat, with the lid closed, turning occasionally, until browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Move to indirect heat and continue grilling, with the lid closed, until the internal temperature is 145 degrees F. (medium rare) to 160 degrees F. (medium) on a digital meat thermometer, 17 to 22 minutes more. Remove from heat and let rest for 3 minutes. Remove twine. Cut tenderloin crosswise into 1/2-inch slices. Serve with chimichurri on side. Leftover chimichurri can be covered and refrigerated for up to 2 days.
SPINACH AND BASIL-STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN
A fancy entrée for six, finished in an hour!
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F. In 8-inch skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add 1 minced clove of garlic; cook and stir 30 to 60 seconds or until garlic is tender. Remove from heat. Stir in remaining stuffing ingredients.
- Butterfly each pork tenderloin by making lengthwise cut 3/4 of the way through, being careful not to cut tenderloin into 2 pieces. Open each tenderloin and lay flat. If desired, sprinkle cut sides of each with salt and pepper.
- Spread stuffing evenly over cut side of 1 tenderloin. Place second tenderloin, cut side down, over stuffing (to ensure even cooking, place wide end of 1 tenderloin at narrow end of the other). Tie at intervals with cotton string.
- In small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon oil, 1 minced clove of garlic and the fennel seed. Brush tenderloin with oil mixture; place on rack in shallow roasting pan.
- Bake uncovered 35 to 45 minutes or until pork has slight blush of pink in center and meat thermometer inserted in center of pork reads 160°F. Remove string before cutting into slices.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 1 g, Protein 28 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 180 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g
STUFFED CUBAN PORK TENDERLOIN
Five ingredients are all you need for this flavor-packed pork tenderloin dinner, stuffed with melty cheese, ham, dill pickle relish and mustard.
Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 1h5m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350°F. Line 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking parchment paper. Insert knife one-third of way up from bottom of tenderloin along 1 long side, and cut horizontally, stopping 1/2 inch before edge. Open up flap.
- Keeping knife parallel to cutting board, cut through thicker portion of tenderloin about 1/2 inch from bottom of tenderloin, keeping knife level with first cut and stopping about 1/2 inch before edge. Open up this flap.
- Press sides of tenderloin down so it lies flat. Cover with plastic wrap; pound with flat side of meat mallet to 1/2 inch thick. Spread mustard down center of tenderloin. Top with cheese slices, pickle relish and ham slices, folding to fit, if necessary.
- Tightly roll up tenderloin lengthwise, and tie tightly with twine. Brush tenderloin with oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Heat 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add tenderloin; cook 5 to 6 minutes or until browned on all sides. Transfer to pan; roast 28 to 32 minutes or to at least 145°F. Remove from oven; tent with foil and let stand 3 minutes.
- Remove strings from pork; cut into 1/2-inch slices. Serve with extra mustard, if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Carbohydrate 2 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 740 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g
PESTO STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN
It's hard to beat perfectly cooked pork tenderloin, so we decided to put a simple twist on the preparation instead! Making pesto with Fisher® Walnut Halves and Pieces is always the way to go.
Provided by Fisher Nuts
Categories Pork
Time 55m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Place walnuts, cilantro, Parmesan cheese, oil and salt in the bowl of a food processor and puree until smooth (about 1-2 minutes) to make the pesto.
- Butterfly pork and pound until ¼-inch thick. Spread cilantro pesto onto pork loin and roll up. Tie with butcher twine to hold it closed.
- Sear pork in a hot skillet on all sides then place in a baking dish and bake for 30 minutes or until pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F Let rest 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, place 1 slice of mozzarella, topped with ¼ cup mixed tomatoes, 1 tablespoons cilantro, 2 teaspoons nuts, 2 teaspoons oil, and 1 teaspoons vinegar on each of 6 plates.
- After allowing pork to rest for 10 minutes, cut into slices. Place sliced pork onto each plate.
- Note: Basil may be substituted for cilantro, if desired.
- Tip: To butterfly pork tenderloin, place the tenderloin on a cutting board. Place your knife parallel to the board and carefully cut the meat lengthwise making sure not to cut all the way through. Remove the knife and open the meat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 689.6, Fat 58.6, SaturatedFat 14.7, Cholesterol 97.8, Sodium 555, Carbohydrate 6.5, Fiber 2, Sugar 2.3, Protein 36.2
Tips:
- Choose the right pork tenderloin: Look for a tenderloin that is about 1 pound in weight and has a uniform thickness.
- Butterfly the pork tenderloin: This will help the tenderloin cook evenly and allow you to stuff it with your favorite fillings.
- Use a variety of fillings: You can use anything from bread crumbs and herbs to dried fruits and nuts to stuff your pork tenderloin. Get creative and have fun with it!
- Don't overcook the pork tenderloin: Pork tenderloin is a lean cut of meat, so it's important to cook it quickly over high heat. Otherwise, it will become dry and tough.
- Let the pork tenderloin rest before slicing: This will help the juices redistribute throughout the meat, resulting in a more tender and flavorful dish.
Conclusion:
Stuffed pork tenderloin is a delicious and versatile dish that can be prepared in a variety of ways. With its tender texture and flavorful stuffing, it's sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a special meal to prepare, give stuffed pork tenderloin a try. You won't be disappointed!
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