Pork Loin Pellet Grill Recipe

Only 3 basic ingredients are required to make this tasty Traeger Smoked Pork Loin Roast, which results in a juicy and tender piece of meat.

1. Preheat pellet grill to 220 degrees. …
2. Trim excess fat from pork loin if desired. …
3. Rub the entire pork loin with dry rub. …
4. Place pork loin on preheated pellet grill with fat side up. …
5. Remove from pellet grill and let rest for 10 minutes.
6. Cut into slices and serve immediately.

Smoked Pork Loin on the Traeger Pellet Grill with MotG Rub

Smoked Pork Loin Recipe 🔗

The pork loin portion is a mildly flavored, fairly lean, and softly textured cut of the pig. It deserves to be smoked. Preparing a smoked pork loin isn’t tricky. You just need to decide whether you want to end up with thin, moist slices or pulled pork style meat.

Prep: 5min

Serving Size: 100 g

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 100 g, calories 192 kcal

Ingredients:

• 4 to 6 pound whole boneless pork loin
• 2 to 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup coarse sea salt
• 1/4 cup turbinado or brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons freshly ground black pepper
• 2 teaspoons ground celery seeds
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder or ground cinnamon

Instruction:

1. Rinse the pork loin in cool water and pat completely dry with paper towels.
2. Trim any silver skin and excess fat from the loin, leaving at least a 1/4″ of fat cap on for moisture and flavor.
3. Place the pork loin on a sheet pan.
4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the salt, sugar, pepper, celery seeds, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, and five spice powder.
5. Coat the entire loin with olive oil.
6. Rub the meat all over with the spice mixture. 
7. Set the loin aside and allow it to come to room temperature for approximately 40 minutes.
8. Fill the hopper of the Traeger grill with enough wood pellets to last up to 3 hours.
9. Turn the smoker on with the top open until a flame is visible, approximately 5 minutes.
10. Close the top of the grill and set the temperature to 225˚F.
11. Preheat the grill for approximately 10 to 15 minutes.
12. Place the seasoned pork loin, fat side facing up, on the grill rack inside the smoker.
13. Insert the probe thermometer into the thickest end of the pork.
14. Close the top and set a timer for 2 hours.
15. Check the temperature of the meat at 2 hours.
16. You are looking for an internal temperature of 145˚F.
17. Continue smoking until the desired temperature is achieved, checking every 15 to 30 minutes.
18. When the pork is at the desired temperature, remove it to a clean cutting board and cover it loosely with aluminum foil.
19. Allow the meat to rest for at least 20 minutes before slicing.
20. Slice the loin thinly and place on a platter for serving.
21. Serve with a side of sauce

FAQ

What temperature do you cook a pork loin on a pellet grill?

How to Smoke Pork Tenderloin on a Pellet GrillRinse the pork pieces in cool water, then pat them dry.Heat your pellet grill to 225°F.Heat your pellet smoker to 400°F.Continue cooking the pork until it reaches an internal temperature of 140°F.

How long does pork loin take to smoke at 225?

To ensure that the smoked pork loin is tender and juicy, smoke the roast for 2 12 to 3 hours at 225°F (107°C), or until it reaches 145°F (63°C) internally.

Do you flip pork loin on pellet grill?

If your grill or smoker is not a Traeger, it may have hot spots, so you may need to move the meat around to prevent some parts from overcooking. You do not need to flip pork loin when smoking — if you have even heat throughout the smoking area as you will if smoking on a Traeger.

How long does it take to smoke a pork tenderloin on a pellet grill?

For the best flavor, use Super Smoke if it’s available and preheat the Traeger to 225°F for 15 minutes. Next, place the tenderloins directly on the grill grate and smoke for 2-1/2 to 3 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F. Finally, remove from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.