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Grecian Pork Tenderloin

Cultural Context

Grecian Pork Tenderloin is a delightful dish that captures the essence of Greek cuisine, often enjoyed during family gatherings and celebrations. The use of fresh herbs and marinated meats reflects the Mediterranean lifestyle, emphasizing flavor and quality ingredients. This dish has gained popularity beyond Greece, inspiring variations worldwide, especially in Mediterranean restaurants.

GreekGRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1.5 cups fresh lime juice
3/4 cup olive oil
6 cloves garlic (sliced)
2 teaspoons salt
6 tablespoons dried oregano
2 one-pound pork tenderloins

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1

Stand a large resealable plastic bag in a measuring cup or bowl for support.

2

Pour 1.5 cups of fresh lime juice into the bag.

3

Add 3/4 cup of olive oil, 6 sliced cloves of garlic, 2 teaspoons of salt, and 6 tablespoons of dried oregano into the bag.

4

Mix all the ingredients together and taste the marinade. Adjust with more olive oil if too tart or more lime juice if not tart enough.

5

Place 2 one-pound pork tenderloins in the bag, seal it, and turn the tenderloins to coat evenly with the marinade.

6

Marinate the pork in the refrigerator for 2 to 5 hours.

7

Preheat the grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grill grate.

8

Place the tenderloins on the grill and cover it.

9

Grill the tenderloins for 20 to 30 minutes, turning once, until cooked to desired doneness (internal temperature of at least 145°F).

10

Remove the tenderloins from the grill and cover them loosely with foil.

11

Let the tenderloins sit for 5 minutes to redistribute their juices before slicing.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrilling

Equipment Needed

large resealable plastic bagmeasuring cupbowlgrill

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milk

Also Known As

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