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Grilled Pork Tenderloin

Published: Jul 6, 2019 · Modified: Sep 24, 2021 by Colleen 35 Comments

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Grilled Pork Tenderloin is a simple, delicious, and economical summer meal. It's tender, juicy and flavourful with just the right amount of char, and I love that this meal comes together in about 20 minutes.

Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Chimichurri Sauce

About Pork Tenderloin

The pork tenderloin is a very tender and mild flavoured cut of meat. Like chicken, this lean cut of pork is a great vessel for all kinds of flavours, from sauces to rubs. Grilled pork tenderloin is an economical way to feed a crowd, too, because it usually comes in packages of two. You can always freeze one of them for later if you don't want to cook them both.

Pork Tenderloin Grilled and served with Chimichurri sauce

What's the Difference Between Pork Loin and Pork Tenderloin?

Pork loin and pork tenderloin are very different pieces of meat. Both are fairly lean, although a pork loin will have a cap of fat. A pork loin is a large cut of meat. You can cut a pork loin into steaks, or have a Sunday roast. It's delicious slow-roasted for pulled pork recipes and a great cut for the oven.

Pork Tenderloin, on the other hand, is a long, skinny cut of meat. Because of its shape, pork tenderloin cooks quickly, so it's ideal for grilling. It's also great for air frying: try Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin And, in spite of its leanness, this cut of meat is very tender, as its name implies.

Grilled Pork Tenderloin, Sliced

Grilling Pork Tenderloin

Besides being delicious, probably the best part about grilling a pork tenderloin is just how quick and easy this recipe is. I love the sweet and smoky crust from the marinade rub, and how juicy and tender the meat is.

After grilling, you can slice it into medallions, and serve as is. But It's also a perfect cut of meat for tacos or stir-fries.

Sliced Grilled Pork Tenderloin

Tenderloin Cooking Tips

Let the roast sit outside of the fridge for 15-20 minutes before cooking to ensure quicker and more evenly cooked meat.

In 2011, the US Department of Agriculture revised the recommended cooking temperature for pork. The recommended internal temperature is 145° with a three minute resting time. This means the meat may have a little pink, which is perfectly safe and much tastier than overcooked, dried out pork. Read about it here: A Little Pink is OK

Resting time is important for allowing the juices to distribute. If you slice it right off the grill, you will lose all the juices and the meat will be dry. Also, the meat completes its cooking time for those few minutes of rest.

Grilled Pork Tenderloin

What to Serve With Grilled Pork

We really like to toss together some coleslaw, like this Fennel Cabbage Slaw to serve with grilled pork. And one of my favourite sides for this tenderloin is Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad With Apples. If you're looking for a heartier side dish, try Potatoes Au Gratin or Miso Baked Sweet Potatoes. Also, try drizzling this grilled pork tenderloin, or any, grilled meats with this delicious and super simple Chimichurri Sauce. If you have some parsley in your garden, this sauce is a great use for it. But if you don't, it's worth buying some fresh parsley to make it.

And of course, you can never go wrong with that classic pork pairing, applesauce. I always have Easy Homemade Applesauce on hand, which is perfect for this roast.

A plate of food on a wooden table, with Pork tenderloin

 

Recipe

Grilled Pork Tenderloin

Grilled Pork Tenderloin

Pork Tenderloin is a lean and juicy cut of meat that's perfect for the grill. Ready in 20 minutes.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Barbecue, Canadian
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
Resting time: 3 minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 375kcal
Author: Colleen Milne

Equipment

  • Grill

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tsp kosher or coarse salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ¼ cup olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 ½ lb pork tenderloin

Instructions

  • Heat grill to high and spray with cooking oil
  • In a small bowl, whisk together brown sugar, paprika, chili powder, salt, pepper, red pepper, and olive oil to form a paste
  • Rub spice and oil paste all over the tenderloin to coat.
  • Grill tenderloin, turning with tongs until all sides are charred. About 2 minutes
  • Reduce heat to medium, close the lid on the grill, and cook a further 15 minutes, turning halfway through.
  • When a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the tenderloin reads 145°, remove pork from grill and allow to rest 3 minutes
  • Slice the tenderloin into medallions, and serve with chimichurri sauce or sauce of your choice.

Notes

Pork tenderloin is very lean, so be sure to spray your hot grill liberally with cooking oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 375kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 111mg | Sodium: 129mg | Potassium: 799mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 2355IU | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 2.9mg
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A plate of food on a wooden table, with Pork tenderloin

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  1. Jack

    January 30, 2021 at 3:57 am

    Love grilled pork, and thanks for a great recipe!

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    • Colleen

      January 30, 2021 at 9:03 am

      Hi Jack, you are very welcome! So happy that you loved the recipe. Cheers!

      Reply
  2. Michele

    August 04, 2019 at 5:15 pm

    Your photos are gorgeous! My mouth is definitely watering over here. I think your recipe is going to push me over the edge to finally making a pork tenderloin. YUM!

    Reply
    • Colleen

      August 05, 2019 at 3:05 pm

      Thanks so much, Michelle! I'm happy to be the one to push you over the edge. 🙂 Enjoy!

      Reply
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