Enhanced Recipesculinary collection
Home
CoursesView CuisinesWhat Can I Make?My Kitchen

SPICED PORK TENDERLOIN - THE BEST EVER!!!

Login to Save
3.1K views👍 58
The Wandering Hillbilly
The Wandering Hillbilly
4 recipes on Enhanced Recipes
Follow The Wandering Hillbilly to prioritize their recipes in your meal plans, pantry matches, and suggestions

Recipe Information

Recipe Available
Video-Specific Recipe

Southwestern Pork Tenderloin

Cultural Context

Originating from the Southwestern United States, this dish showcases the region's bold flavors and vibrant ingredients. The use of spices like cumin and chili powder reflects the influence of Mexican cuisine, while the incorporation of fresh produce highlights the area's agricultural bounty. Today, Southwestern Pork Tenderloin is a popular choice for family dinners and gatherings, celebrated for its ease of preparation and deliciously spiced profile.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb pork tenderloin
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon honey
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

Start by preparing the rub with smoked paprika, chili powder, celery seed, salt, black pepper, and brown sugar.

2

Mix the rub ingredients together in a bowl.

3

Lather the pork tenderloin with olive oil and apply the rub generously on all sides.

4

Insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the pork tenderloin and set it to 145°F.

5

Preheat the oven to 375°F and place the pork tenderloin in the oven.

6

Cook the pork tenderloin until it reaches an internal temperature of 140°F, which takes about 30 minutes.

7

Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for a moment while preparing the grill for reverse searing.

8

Sear the pork tenderloin on a grill set to 500°F for about a minute on each side to create a crust.

9

Prepare the glaze by mixing honey, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, and cayenne pepper in a bowl.

10

Brush the glaze onto the seared pork tenderloin on all sides.

11

Slice the pork tenderloin and serve, ensuring to highlight the juiciness of the meat.

Cooking Techniques

searingroasting

Equipment Needed

ovenskilletcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Pork Tenderloin with Southwestern SpicesSpiced Pork Tenderloin

Other Takes on Pork

(24 videos)

Similar American Videos

(24 videos)

Similar Dishes From Other Cuisines

(24 videos)