7 Ways with Pork Tenderloin
April 28, 2011
Photo: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Jan Gautro
Lean pork tenderloin is a versatile meat that you can grill, broil or stir-fry and feature in a variety of dishes.
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The Leanest Cut
The Leanest Cut Recipe
Pork tenderloin comes from the sirloin (the back part of the loin) and is the leanest and most tender cut of pork. Itās a meat thatās very compatible with many flavors and popular in a number of cuisines. Because pork tenderloin is so lean, itās important not to overcook. Cook it to 145 degrees F or until the pork has a pink tint. Let it stand for 5 to 10 minutes to reabsorb the juices.
Pork tenderloin comes from the sirloin (the back part of the loin) and is the leanest and most tender cut of pork. Itās a meat thatās very compatible with many flavors and popular in a number of cuisines. Because pork tenderloin is so lean, itās important not to overcook. Cook it to 145 degrees F or until the pork has a pink tint. Let it stand for 5 to 10 minutes to reabsorb the juices.
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Pork Satay with Peanut Dipping Sauce
Pork Satay with Peanut Dipping Sauce
Recipe
A satay is a popular Indonesian-style dish featuring meat thatās cut into thin strips and threaded onto skewers, grilled, and served with a spicy peanut sauce. Itās typically served as an appetizer, but is certainly hearty enough to be a main dish.
A satay is a popular Indonesian-style dish featuring meat thatās cut into thin strips and threaded onto skewers, grilled, and served with a spicy peanut sauce. Itās typically served as an appetizer, but is certainly hearty enough to be a main dish.
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Grilled Jamaican Pork Tenderloin Salad
Grilled Jamaican Pork Tenderloin Salad
Recipe
Take pork tenderloin to the Caribbean by brushing it with a spicy mixture of lime juice, ginger, allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg and pepper before you grill. Serve the slices of pork over fresh greens, and top with chopped pineapple and mango.
Take pork tenderloin to the Caribbean by brushing it with a spicy mixture of lime juice, ginger, allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg and pepper before you grill. Serve the slices of pork over fresh greens, and top with chopped pineapple and mango.
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Pork Tenderloin with Crunchy Beet Slaw
Pork Tenderloin with Crunchy Beet Slaw
Recipe
When they're sliced thin or slivered, raw beets are very refreshing. A tangy dressing counterbalances their earthiness.
When they're sliced thin or slivered, raw beets are very refreshing. A tangy dressing counterbalances their earthiness.
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Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin
Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin
Recipe
Double your pork pleasure by wrapping strips of bacon around seasoned pork tenderloin before baking. With only three ingredients, it might become your go-to pork recipe for weeknight dinners as well as entertaining.
Double your pork pleasure by wrapping strips of bacon around seasoned pork tenderloin before baking. With only three ingredients, it might become your go-to pork recipe for weeknight dinners as well as entertaining.
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Stir-Fried Pork with Broccoli and Cashews
Stir-Fried Pork with Broccoli and Cashews
Recipe
Lean strips of pork tenderloin are perfect for a stir-fry because the thin slices of pork cook in less than 5 minutes. Serve the Asian-flavored pork and broccoli mixture over steamed rice for a one-dish meal.
Lean strips of pork tenderloin are perfect for a stir-fry because the thin slices of pork cook in less than 5 minutes. Serve the Asian-flavored pork and broccoli mixture over steamed rice for a one-dish meal.
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Pork Tenderloin with Onions and Dried Cranberries
Pork Tenderloin with Onions and Dried Cranberries
Recipe
Pork tenderloin is an easy option for a holiday meal. In this recipe, slices of pork tenderloin are browned in a skillet and simmered in a mixture of onions and dried cranberries.
Pork tenderloin is an easy option for a holiday meal. In this recipe, slices of pork tenderloin are browned in a skillet and simmered in a mixture of onions and dried cranberries.
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Grilled Pork Tenderloin Roulade
Grilled Pork Tenderloin Roulade
Recipe
To make a pork tenderloin roulade, slice the whole pork tenderloin in half lengthwise, but donāt cut all the way through. Flatten out the pork and fill with a mixture of goat cheese, shallots and onion. Roll up the pork, tie with twine and grill for a company-worthy entrĆ©e.
To make a pork tenderloin roulade, slice the whole pork tenderloin in half lengthwise, but donāt cut all the way through. Flatten out the pork and fill with a mixture of goat cheese, shallots and onion. Roll up the pork, tie with twine and grill for a company-worthy entrĆ©e.