Description
A recipe for preparing a tender and flavorful pork tenderloin on the grill.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pork tenderloin (about 1 to 1.5 lbs)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
Instructions
- Combine salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and thyme in a small bowl.
- Rub the pork tenderloin all over with olive oil.
- Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the entire surface of the pork tenderloin, pressing gently to adhere.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F or 200°C).
- Place the tenderloin on the preheated grill.
- Grill for about 15 to 20 minutes, turning every 4 to 5 minutes to brown all sides.
- Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature; it should reach 145°F (63°C) in the thickest part.
- Remove the pork from the grill and place it on a cutting board.
- Tent loosely with foil and let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing.
- Slice against the grain and serve.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can marinate the tenderloin for 30 minutes to 4 hours before grilling.
- Use a digital meat thermometer for accurate temperature reading.
- Do not overcook the pork to maintain juiciness.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz cooked
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 32
- Cholesterol: 85
Keywords: pork tenderloin, grilled pork, juicy pork, easy pork recipe, weeknight dinner