Spicy Chinese Pork Tenderloin Recipe

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this incredibly flavorful Spicy Chinese Pork Tenderloin! This easy recipe, originally from a local newspaper's syndicated cooking column, is a crowd-pleaser perfect for company or a special treat. Tender pork tenderloin is marinated in a vibrant blend of soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and a touch of spice (easily omitted for milder palates), then roasted to juicy perfection. Served over fluffy rice and drizzled with a luscious, homemade sauce, this dish is guaranteed to impress. Grill it for smoky char or bake it in the oven for ultimate convenience – either way, get ready for a flavor explosion!

Prep Time 60 mins

Cook Time 98 mins

Calories 553.9 kcal

Protein 84g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Spicy Chinese Pork Tenderloin

1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 cloves minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 (1-pound) pork tenderloins
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon butter
chopped green onions, for garnish
hot cooked rice, for serving
nonstick cooking spray

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How to Make Spicy Chinese Pork Tenderloin

In a heavy-duty freezer ziploc bag, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce, 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional).
Add 2 (1-pound) pork tenderloins to the bag and seal, ensuring the meat is fully coated in the marinade.
Refrigerate for at least 1-3 hours, flipping the bag occasionally.
Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C).
Line a small roasting pan with foil.
Lightly spray a cooling rack with nonstick cooking spray and place it inside the roasting pan.
Place the marinated pork tenderloins on the rack.
Reserve the marinade.
Roast for 9-10 minutes.
Flip the tenderloins and roast for another 9-10 minutes.
Check the internal temperature in the thickest part of the meat using a meat thermometer. It should reach 160°F (71°C).
Remove from oven and let the meat rest for 8 minutes before slicing.
Meanwhile, pour the reserved marinade into a saucepan. Add 1/2 cup of water to the marinade bag, swish to collect any remaining marinade, and add this to the saucepan.
Bring the sauce to a low boil.
Simmer for 5-6 minutes.
Just before serving, stir in 1 tablespoon of butter.
Slice the pork tenderloin into 1/4-inch thick slices.
Serve the sliced pork over hot cooked rice.
Spoon the sauce generously over the pork and rice.
Garnish with chopped green onions.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

78 g

Sugar

75g

Fat

55g

Carbs

12g

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Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Beef & Red Meat Pork Recipes Asian Chinese

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Time To Make Main Ingredient Preparation Pork Oven Barbecue Meat Equipment Grilling 4 Hours Or Less

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Spicy Chinese Pork Tenderloin?

Spicy Chinese Pork Tenderloin takes about 158 minutes from start to finish — roughly 60 minutes to prepare and 98 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Spicy Chinese Pork Tenderloin?

Spicy Chinese Pork Tenderloin has approximately 553.9 calories per serving, with about 84 g protein, 12 g carbohydrates and 45 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Spicy Chinese Pork Tenderloin?

The key ingredients for Spicy Chinese Pork Tenderloin are Soy Sauce, Hoisin Sauce, Vegetable Oil, Sugar, Garlic Cloves, Red Pepper Flakes. See the full list with measurements above.