Chile-Lime Pork
Pork tenderloin is a great cut for marinades. The meat absorbs flavor quickly and stays juicy and tender during grilling. Add a splash of tequila to the marinade for a hit of smoky sweetness.
Ingredients
- 2 limes
- 1 lb. pork tenderloin
- 1/4 cup snipped fresh cilantro
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp. chili powder
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
Details
Servings 4
Preparation time 10mins
Cooking time 95mins
Adapted from bhg.com
Preparation
Step 1
1. Finely shred peel from limes; juice limes. Place pork in a resealable plastic bag. Add lime peel and juice, cilantro, olive oil, garlic, chili powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and 1/2 tsp. kosher salt. Seal bag; knead to combine. Set bag in a bowl. Transfer to refrigerator. Marinate 1 to 2 hours.
2. Drain pork, discarding marinade. Adjust grill for indirect cooking. Cover and grill 25 to 30 minutes or until done (145F). Remove and let stand 3 minutes.
3. Cut meat into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Serve with guacamole and lime wedges. Sprinkle with additional cilantro.
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