This recipe is actually courtesy of my awesome husband. He is master of the grill and made us this incredibly delicious pork tenderloin last week. Pork is perfect for taking on all these incredible flavors and the end result was tender, juicy and so flavorful.
If you don’t have a grill (we are actually saving for a new one and currently doing our grilling at my in-laws), you can still enjoy these awesome flavors by searing the meat in a skillet and then cooking it in the oven. I’ll include those instructions in the recipe below.
I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we did. If you do, let me know, and I’ll make sure to send the compliments onto my hubby. 🙂
Chipotle-Lime Pork Tenderloin
Ingredients
- 1 whole pork tenderloin (around 1 pound)
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- ½ cup freshly squeezed lime juice
- ¼ cup honey
- 1½ teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 chipotle chili pepper in adobo sauce*
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped (plus more for garnish)
- *Chipotle chili peppers in adobo sauce are canned and found in the hispanic aisle of the grocery store. I had a hard time finding them, since I didn't know what I was looking for. 🙂
Instructions
- Put the lime zest, lime juice, honey, salt, and garlic in a small jar, put the lid on and shake to combine. Pour half of the marinade into a gallon sized resealable bag. Add the chipotle pepper and cilantro and squish the bag a little to combine.
- Add the pork to the bag and seal, removing as much air as possible. Put the bad into a container to catch any leaks. Marinate in the refrigerator for 6-24 hours, flipping the bag over halfway through. Refrigerate the jar or remaining marinade until ready to use.
- Light the grill and bring to medium-high heat, about 450 degrees F. Brush the grill with a little olive oil. Remove the tenderloin from the bag and place on the center of the grill grate. Discard the bag with leftover marinade. Cover and cook for 12-15 minutes, turning once, until the tenderloin reaches an internal temperature of 140 degrees F.
- Remove the tenderloin from the grill, cover with foil, and let rest for 10 minutes. Slice, drizzle with the marinade left in the jar and garnish with fresh cilantro. Enjoy!
- If you don't have a grill: Sear the meat for 1-2 minutes on each side in a skillet over medium-high heat. Then finish off in a 425 degree oven for 15-20 minutes or until it reaches an internal temperature of 140 degrees.
- Adapted from Alton Brown {www.foodnetwork.com}
Notes
{serving size = 3 ounces - recipe makes about 6 servings}
154 calories, 4.1g fat, 14.1g carbs, 0.4g fiber, 15.7g protein
*Actual nutrition info may vary based on exact ingredients used. Find this recipe on MyFitnessPal as FG8 Chipotle-Lime Pork Tenderloin.
154 calories, 4.1g fat, 14.1g carbs, 0.4g fiber, 15.7g protein
*Actual nutrition info may vary based on exact ingredients used. Find this recipe on MyFitnessPal as FG8 Chipotle-Lime Pork Tenderloin.
This meal looks amazing! I was wondering if you had any tips for making this in an oven as opposed to a grill as I do not own one at the moment! Thank you in advance!
Absolutely Emily! Sear the meat for 1-2 minutes on each side in a skillet over medium-high heat. Then finish off in a 425 degree oven for 15-20 minutes or until it reaches an internal temperature of 140 degrees. Let me know how it turns out! 🙂
Thank you for your advice! I wound up having to cut the roast up because it was taking a very long time to cook in the over, close to 45 minutes! But having seared it before gave it a beautiful crust and it came out so delicious! I’m serving this on top of orzo but I can definitely see myself putting it on a salad next time! Wonderful recipe and supe easy! thanks for your help!
Thanks so much for the feedback Emily! I’ll have to try it in the oven and see if I have the same problem. So glad it tasted good though!! 🙂
I made it in the oven and it was perfect. Thank you for the amazing recipe!
Yay!! I’m so happy to hear that Nadia! Thanks for sharing! 🙂
This was so good! Whole family loved it!! Thank you!!
Yay! I am so glad you like it Ali! Thanks for commenting!
Do you think you could throw this in a crockpot as well?
I bet that would be fantastic! I’d just add liquid in there and do it on low for probably 8-10 hours so it cooks through. I think I’ll try that next time!
What side would you serve this with? Looks delish!
It is so delicious! I usually serve it with this Cilantro Lime Brown Rice and a roasted vegetable like this Garlic-Parmesean Cauliflower or Garlic Asparagus. ENJOY! 🙂