Pork Tenderloin with Seasoned Rub

By kristentirrell

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/4 pounds pork tenderloin
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from thrivinghomeblog.com

Preparation

Step 1

1) Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F or preheat grill to medium-high heat.

2) In separate bowl mix dry ingredients--garlic powder, oregano, cumin, coriander, thyme and salt. Stir mixture with a fork until all the ingredients are well combined and they form a seasoning. This will be used as a rub to ensure the pork is well seasoned throughout.

3) Sprinkle the rub over the tenderloin with a dry hand, then rub the pork with the seasoning over all sides of the meat, pressing gently so the seasoning adheres well to the tenderloin.

COOKING METHOD #1:
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil. Put tenderloin in the hot pan and cook for about 5 minutes, using tongs to sear the meat. Make sure it's browned on all sides. If freezing for later, let cool and freeze at this point.
Transfer meat to a roasting pan and bake until it reaches an internal temp of 145 degrees (about 20 minutes). It will still be slightly pink inside*.

COOKING METHOD #2:
Grill for 15-20 minutes, turning periodically so all sides get seared. Grill until it reaches an internal temp of 145 degrees (about 20 minutes). It will still be slightly pink inside*.
Let meat rest for 5-10 minutes so juices redistribute. Slice on an angle and serve.

*I've found that a meat thermometer is essential to not overcooking my pork tenderloin. I make sure to pull it out just before it reaches 145 degrees and then let it rest about 10 minutes. It will continue to carry-over cook.