But here’s the thing: when you grill juicy, perfect pork tenderloin, it’s all you crave several nights in a row! Grilled pork tenderloin was a well-intentioned attempt to break out of our weeknight dinner rut.
The pork is given a powerful flavor boost, is tenderized, and is helped to retain its juiciness by a quick maple-mustard marinade.
If it’s not raining, serve this sassy Stuffed Pork Tenderloin instead. With a taste that’s tantalizing, it’s worthy of a dinner party.
This kind of speed, combined with the fact that pork tenderloin can be marinated up to a day in advance, makes it perfect for quick weeknight meals.
How To Grill Pork Tenderloin – Cooked TENDER and TASTY
Grilled Pork Tenderloin 🔗
I’m sharing my method for the most unbelievably juicy grilled pork tenderloin, which cooks in under 15 minutes. A filling and healthy summer dinner!
Ingredients:
- 1-1/2lb pork tenderloin (NOT pork loin), trimmed
- extra virgin olive oil
- seasonings: salt, pepper, garlic powder, steak rub, etc.
Instruction:
- Heat grill on high until it reaches 500 degrees then turn one burner down to low.
- Rub pork tenderloin all over with extra virgin olive oil then season with desired seasonings. Add pork to the high heat side of the grill then grill for 1-1/2 minutes on all four sides, for a total of 6 minutes, keeping the lid closed between flipping.
- Move pork tenderloin to the side of the grill with low heat then grill for an additional 4 minutes on each of the two larger sides, for a total of 8 more minutes, or until an instant read thermometer reads 140 degrees, keeping the lid closed between flipping. Let pork rest for 10 minutes before slicing and 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.
Should I wrap my pork tenderloin in foil when grilling?
That’s right, in just 30 minutes, you can have tender, juicy pork and flavorful potatoes if you’re cooking the pork tenderloin over medium heat and wrapping it in foil.
What is the best method of cooking pork tenderloin?
For the best results, use an instant-read thermometer and remove the pork from the oven when it reaches 145 degrees. Bake pork tenderloin in a 400 degree Fahrenheit oven for 20 to 25 minutes; the precise cooking time will depend on the size of the tenderloins and how long you seared them.