BBQ Recipes for Pork Tenderloin

Pork tenderloin is one of the leanest meats available, and according to the National Pork Producers' comparison chart, it's nearly as low in saturated fat as chicken breasts. Pork can be made more flavorful by marinating or seasoning before cooking. The main thing to remember when cooking pork tenderloins is not to overcook when roasting, since overcooking will cause the meat to dry out especially in applying BBQ Recipes for Pork Tenderloin.

Ingredients:

•               2 pork tenderloins, about 1 1/2 to 2 lbs total

•               1/2 cup flour

•                1/2 cup freshly squeezed lime juice

•                1/4 cup honey

•                1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt

•                1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

•               1 chipotle chile pepper in adobo sauce

•               1 tbsp Creole seasoning

•               1 small onion, coarsely chopped

•               1 small green or red bell pepper, coarsely chopped (or a mixture of both)

•               1 rib celery, sliced

•               1 package chicken gravy mix

•               1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained

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BBQ Recipes for Pork Tenderloin  : STEP 1

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.

BBQ Recipes for Pork Tenderloin  : STEP 2

Cut tenderloins in half; dredge in a mixture of flour and the Creole seasoning. Place tenderloins in slow cooker/Crock Pot. Scatter onion, pepper, and celery over the pork. Cover and cook on low for 7 to 9 hours. The last 30 minutes, add the dry gravy mix and tomatoes. Continue cooking on high for about 30 more minutes.

Serves 4 to 6.

BBQ Recipes for Pork Tenderloin  : STEP 3

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.

BBQ Recipes for Pork Tenderloin  : STEP 4

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.

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