Pork tenderloin has always been a go-to dinner in my house. It cooks up quickly, is delicious when cooked to perfection!
Too often, pork gets the reputation of dry and flavorless, but that's not the case when you use one of these 3 absolutely delicious marinades! Pork tenderloin is a very lean cut of meat — but what exactly does that mean? In addition to being a low-fat choice of protein, it is also very low on flavor. If you want a flavorful pork tenderloin, you're going to have to add in the flavor yourself. The good news is that since it is so mild, pork tenderloin takes on flavor easily — you just have to give it a little time.
When it comes to marinating your pork tenderloin, you can really use anything! Personally, we like a wet marinade because it is easy to throw together and really gets into the pork. A combination of salt, sweet, and acidity to make the pork even more tender is ideal.
Here are our three favorites:. Sesame Ginger. This marinade is great if you want to give your pork tenderloin a bit of Asian flare! For this marinade, we whisk together coconut aminos or soy sauce , fresh ginger, sesame oil, rice wine vinegar, honey, and red pepper flakes.
It's the perfect balance of salty, sweet, and tangy, with just a hint of spice. Balsamic Rosemary. Balsamic pork tenderloin is a classic.
This marinade is slightly sweet, tangy, and filled with fresh rosemary flavor. For this one, we combine balsamic vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, fresh rosemary, dijon mustard, garlic powder, and salt. Maple Dijon. This marinade is pretty much a universal crowd-pleaser, great for picky kids or husbands! In this marinade, we simply combine dijon mustard with maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, dried thyme, and salt.
It's really simple! All you'll need to do is whisk together your marinade ingredients and then pour the marinade over top of your pork tenderloin! You can let the pork tenderloin marinade in a lidded bowl, a large Ziplock bag, or a reusable bag! If you're in a rush, we recommend giving your pork tenderloin at least 30 minutes to marinate, and you can help speed up the process by poking a few holes in it with a fork.
If you've got extra time though, hours is ideal to make sure it really takes on the flavor! Now that your pork is marinated, it's ready to be cooked! While you can absolutely grill pork tenderloin, our favorite way to cook it is in the oven because it's an accessible cooking method year-round and results in some seriously juicy, flavorful pork! Step 1 — Sear it in a Cast- Iron Pan — When cooking your pork tenderloin in the oven, you'll first want to sear it in a cast-iron pan.
Step 2 — Bake It allowing the internal temperature to reach degrees F. HERE'S our full breakdown on this fail-proof cooking method. In addition to a flavorful marinade, following these three simple steps will ensure perfect pork tenderloin every single time! For more in-depth instructions, see our guide to cooking pork tenderloin in the oven. We always opt for searing our pork tenderloin and then baking it!
Searing it locks in flavor and moisture, and then baking it for just minutes gets it perfectly cooked but not dried out! You can go one of two routes here — you can either freeze the marinade on its own or freeze the marinade and pork tenderloin together.
If you decide to freeze the marinade on its own, these mason jars will work great. When you're ready to use the marinade, just let it thaw completely either overnight in the fridge or in a bowl of water for a quicker thaw and then pour it over the pork and let marinate as normal. If you grill or roast the tenderloin at a low temperature or for too long, you risk drying out the meat, resulting in a tougher, chewier texture.
Total cooking times will vary depending on the size, thickness and temperature of your pork. As a result, I always recommend using a thermometer to know when your meat is done. Always rest the meat for at least 5 minutes before slicing and serving. At this stage, the pork will have a slight touch of pink in the center and will be at its juiciest! Follow The Seasoned Mom on Instagram and show us what you're making!
Use hashtag theseasonedmom. Now before I can send you the free Minute Miracles download, you need to check your email to confirm your subscription. That confirmation email should be waiting for you in your inbox! I found this to be very tasty. I did however make a few adjustments. I was low on Dijon, so I did a mix of Dijon and spicy brown mustard, and I upped the amount of garlic. My family loved it, and I will be making this again in a few weeks. Pork is marinating in the fridge overnight, can't wait to cook this tomorrow, thank you for the recipe, I'm sure its gonna be delicious.
I have been making this recipe exactly for over two years now. We have 6 kids, who at the time I first made it ranged in age from Four of them are super picky eaters three step-kids won't eat anything but a certain brand of chicken nugget and pasta with only butter We were shocked.
Not even a complaint about "green things" rosemary and thyme on it. So now it is a go-to when all the kids are with us for parenting time and they never get tired of it.
That's amazing, Mary Anne! You can't beat a simple meal that all of the kids agree on. I know those are hard to come by. Hi, Susan! You can cook pork tenderloin in a Crock Pot, but it definitely won't have the same flavor and texture as the grilled or roasted version. I just finished cleaning up after dinner and I'm ready for some left overs. According to my taste buds and my son, this is the best pork dinner I've ever prepared. Thanks for sharing. Made me feel like I actually know how to cook!
Thanks again,. I made this Friday night for our dinner and it was a Big Hit!! Thanks for another winning recipe!! Definitely going into the "Keeper" file. Wonderful, Tess! Here are just a few of my favorite pork recipes celebrating global flavors:. Visit pork. Are you a pork tenderloin fan? I have to admit I make chicken far more than pork tenderloin — but I love pork tenderloin far more than chicken!
It is just as lean as skinless chicken breasts but is still incredibly tender and juicy when not overcooked. The trick is using a digital meat thermometer and cooking to an internal temperature of degrees F. Pork tenderloin can be grilled or baked whole like in this recipe , cut into slices and pounded into cutlets, cut into cubes for kebabs or stir fries or cut into slices for ramen or sweet and hot and sour soup.
You cannot use pork tenderloin and pork loin interchangeably. The silverskin is part of a sinew on one side of the pork tenderloin and looks like thin, silvery fat.
Some packages of pork tenderloin will come pre-trimmed and ready to go, but most likely you will need to trim it yourself before cooking. This Hawaiian pork tenderloin marinade is made with simple, pantry friendly ingredients — you probably have most of the ingredients right now!
You will need:. In CANNED pineapple, however, much of the bromelain is extracted so the juice will infuse your pork with flavor without becoming mushy. The dynamite pork tenderloin marinade accomplishes three things: 1 tenderizes the pork, 2 infuses the pork with flavor and 3 chemically changes its structure so it retains juices and actually becomes juicier.
This pork tenderloin should be marinated for at least 4 hours, but 12 hours is best. Plan on prepping the pork in the morning then all you have to do is cook it up at dinnertime. According to Foodsafety. If the pork tenderloin marinade contains acid such as vinegar, fruit or citrus juice, take care not to over-marinate or the pork can become mushy. Pork tenderloin should only be marinated up to 12 hours in acidic marinades. The marinating time depends on if you are using fresh or canned pineapple juice.
Fresh and canned pineapple juice contain different levels of bromelain, digestive enzymes, which tenderize and soften the tissues in the meat. The pork tenderloin marinade is SO easy — just whisk the ingredients together! This Hawaiian pork tenderloin delivers a dynamic punch of flavor with minimal effort!
Are you ready to see just how easy it is to make? Grilled pork tenderloin is very easy to cook and boast an exquisite caramelized crust. Here is how to grill pork tenderloin perfectly every time:. This means the pork tenderloin will be slightly pink inside, which is OKAY. It is a misconception that pork must be cooked until juices run clear and the meat is white. You can read more about pork cooking temperature here.
To eliminate the guesswork and guarantee perfectly cooked, juicy pork every time, invest in an instant read meat thermometer. You can pick up an inexpensive instant read thermometer at the grocery store or Amazon, but a digital meat thermometer is the most accurate. I am obsessed with this digital probe thermometer — you will never overcook any protein again! The digital thermometer allows you to set the desired temperature and an alarm will set as soon as it reaches the set temperature.
When checking the temperature of pork tenderloin, insert the probe into the thickest part of the meat while the pork is still on the grill or immediately after removing it. Let the pork rest for 3 minutes for juices to properly distribute for maximum flavor.
You can see more about how to use a meat thermometer here. My favorite sides to serve with Hawaiian pork tenderloin are grilled pineapple, coconut rice and grilled veggies, but it is tasty with a myriad of options.
Here are some more to choose from:. Here are a few fun ideas to mix it up:. Pork tenderloin is best served fresh, hot off the grill or oven, but you can still reheat leftovers with juicy success. Alternatively, you can store a container of cooked, sliced pork in the fridge ready to warm up or serve cold on a salad, sandwich, wraps etc.
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