Grilled Pork Tenderloin Recipes Dry Rub

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Try this grilled pork tenderloin with its warm, spicy rub for a quick and easy way to add flavor and texture to your favorite grilled meats.

The process of grilling pork tenderloin is incredibly simple: rub the meat with a marinade or seasoning, place it on the grill until it reaches the desired doneness, move it to a cutting board, slice it, and serve.

I use this cut of pork in Dijon Pork Tenderloin, Pork Medallions with Sherried Shallot Sauce, and even in stir-fries. I call this the poor man’s steak because it’s so inexpensive, sometimes even less than $3/lb.

The USDA has lowered the safe cooking temperature for pork, so you can enjoy tenderloin that is truly tender and juicy. It’s super simple. Rub pork tenderloin with a custom seasoning blend and grill it over the fire.

This rub forms a flavorful crust that is mouth-wateringly good and goes great on any of the grilled meats. It is delicious.

Pork tenderloin is almost always less expensive than its beef counterpart, making this a very, good cheap eat. Buying spices in bulk and mixing up spice mixes yourself is a great way to save money and add flavor.

Pork tenderloin: Purchase it when it’s on sale and store it in the freezer. Typically sold in 2-packs, each tenderloin should weigh 34 to 1 pound and serve 6 to 8 people.

spices – This spice rub is loaded with flavor without being overly spicy and contains onion powder, ground chile, salt, black pepper, thyme, paprika, and cayenne.

In Ziploc bag combine paprika, brown sugar, cumin, chili powder and cayenne pepper. Rub over pork tenderloin and refrigerate from 2 hours to overnight. In small bowl combine honey, barbecue sauce and Dijon mustard. Preheat the grill to 425-450 degrees; lighting only half the burners.
  1. 1 pork tenderloin (about 1 lb.)
  2. 2 tablespoons brown sugar.
  3. 2 teaspoons smoked paprika.
  4. 1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt.
  5. 1 teaspoon chili powder.
  6. 1 teaspoon onion powder.
  7. 1 teaspoon garlic powder.
  8. Optional, for serving: barbecue sauce.

The BEST Dry Rub for Pork!

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Mouthwatering, tender, juicy and loaded with amazing flavor, this grilled pork tenderloin is an all-time favorite.

Ingredients:

  • 2 pork tenderloins, 1.25-1-75lbs. each
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar, light or dark
  • 2 tbs smoked paprika
  • 2.5 tsp kosher or course salt
  • 2 tsp ground mustard
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbs vegetable oil
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne (optional)

Instruction:

  1. Combine all dry ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
  2. Trim pork tenderloins of any excess fat or silver skin, coat with vegetable oil and rub in entire seasoning mixture.
  3. Fire up grill to medium-high heat. Make sure grates are well cleaned and oiled. Let grill get good and hot for 5 minutes with the lid closed.
  4. Add pork tenderloins and grill for 5 minutes with lid closed, or until pork starts to easily release from the grill. Use tongs and give the pork a 1/4 turn and continue grilling for another 2-3 minutes.
  5. Flip pork tenderloins and continue to grill for 2-3 minutes. Then, use tongs and place the remaining sides on the grill for about 1 minute each, just to get them a quick sear. Pork is done when internal temperature reaches 145°(F)
  6. Remove pork from grill and let rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

FAQ

How long does it take to cook pork tenderloin on the grill?

Pork tenderloin cooks in 12 to 15 minutes on a gas grill or charcoal grill over medium heat (roughly 350 degrees F). Pork tenderloin does not become more tender the longer it cooks, unlike tougher cuts of pork that require low and slow cooking (like this Slow Cooker Pulled Pork).

How do you keep pork tenderloin from drying out on the grill?

Use a marinade Meat is tenderized and can better retain moisture when the muscle fibers and connective tissue are broken down by marinades, which is a great way to add flavor and moisture to lean cuts like pork tenderloin.

How do you season a pork loin for the grill?

The tenderloin should be rubbed with a mixture of 1/4 cup sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder. Set the tenderloin aside while you heat the grill.

How do you cook a pork tenderloin without drying out?

Cooking the pork tenderloin at the high temperature of 425 degrees F helps it cook quickly and prevents it from drying out. Brush the pork tenderloin with additional marinade, then bake in a preheated oven at 425°F for about 15-20 minutes, until the pork reaches a temperature of 145°F, then remove it from the oven.

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