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Best Marinated Pork Tenderloin Recipe

Experience the ultimate grilled pork tenderloin! This recipe delivers a juicy, flavorful, and perfectly tender pork tenderloin every time. Marinated to perfection in a savory soy-ginger-brown sugar glaze, it's incredibly easy to make and guaranteed to impress. Serve over rice, with roasted potatoes, or alongside grilled asparagus for a complete meal.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Calories 235.8 kcal
Protein 52g
Rating 4.1 (57 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Best Marinated Pork Tenderloin

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How to Make Best Marinated Pork Tenderloin

  1. Place 1.5-2 lb pork tenderloin in a large ziploc bag.
  2. Peel and lightly crush 4 cloves garlic.
  3. Add the crushed garlic and 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger to the bag.
  4. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and 2 tablespoons brown sugar.
  5. Pour the marinade over the pork tenderloin in the bag.
  6. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 3 days for maximum flavor.
  7. Remove the pork tenderloin from the bag and discard the marinade.
  8. Preheat grill to medium-high heat or preheat your oven's broiler.
  9. Grill the pork tenderloin for 5-7 minutes per side, or broil in the oven for 6-8 minutes per side, until a meat thermometer inserted into the thickest part registers 145°F (63°C).
  10. Let the pork tenderloin rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve over rice, with roasted potatoes, or grilled asparagus.
  11. Enjoy your incredibly juicy and flavorful pork tenderloin!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

58 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

12g

Carbs

0g

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