If you're looking for an easy marinated grilled pork tenderloin, this recipe is a winner. The cilantro-lime marinade has a shot of tequila giving it a tropical Caribbean flavor. Serve with a tasty fruit salsa for a healthy dinner.
In a medium bowl, combine the garlic, ginger, lime zest, honey, kosher salt, tequila, lime juice, cumin and oregano. Whisk to combine. Stir in the red onion, chopped cilantro and olive oil.
Pat the pork dry with paper towels and transfer to a zip top plastic bag. Pour the marinade over the pork and press out excess air. Seal the bag and massage the pork, so that it’s coated with the marinade.
Marinate the pork in the refrigerator for 2 hours. Remove the pork from the refrigerator about 20-30 minutes before you start to grill it, so that it comes to room temperature.
When you’re ready to grill the pork, heat the grill to a medium high heat (400°-450°).
Remove the pork from the marinade and brush off the excess. Pat dry with paper towels and transfer to the grill.
Cook the pork for about 10-15 minutes, turning about halfway through and watching for flare-ups.
Cook the pork to an internal temperature of 145° for medium rare, 160° for medium. Let the pork rest for at least 5 minutes to allow the juices to settle.
Slice crosswise into ½” thick pieces to serve. Arrange on a platter and serve with pineapple mango salsa either on the side or spooned over the top.
Notes
There should be enough marinade for 2 pork tenderloins if you need more. So invite your friends over and enjoy.