This Chipotle Lime Pork Tenderloin is a flavorful and juicy dish that is perfect for any occasion. The pork is marinated in a zesty blend of chipotle peppers, lime juice, and spices, then grilled to perfection. The result is a tender and flavorful pork tenderloin that is sure to please everyone at your table.
The Chipotle Lime Pork Tenderloin is a dish that I developed after spending many years experimenting with different ways to cook pork. I wanted to create a dish that was flavorful and juicy, but also easy to make. After many trials and errors, I finally came up with this recipe. The key to this dish is the marinade. The marinade is made with a blend of chipotle peppers, lime juice, and spices. The chipotle peppers give the pork a smoky and spicy flavor, while the lime juice and spices add brightness and acidity. The pork is marinated in this blend for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results. This allows the flavors to penetrate the pork and create a delicious and flavorful dish.Once the pork is marinated, it is grilled to perfection. I recommend grilling the pork over medium-high heat for about 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally. This will give the pork a nice sear on the outside while keeping the inside moist and juicy.Once the pork is grilled, it is important to let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. This will allow the juices to redistribute throughout the pork, resulting in a more tender and flavorful dish.I hope you enjoy this Chipotle Lime Pork Tenderloin recipe! It is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion.
Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 25 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
1.5 lbs pork tenderloin
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
2 cloves garlic, minced
Juice of 2 limes
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the minced chipotle peppers, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Place the pork tenderloin in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over it. Seal the bag and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
Remove the pork tenderloin from the marinade and discard the excess marinade.
Grill the pork tenderloin for about 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
Remove from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Enjoy your flavorful Chipotle Lime Pork Tenderloin!
Why It Works
The marinade helps to tenderize the pork and infuses it with flavor.
Grilling the pork over medium-high heat gives it a nice sear on the outside while keeping the inside moist and juicy.
Letting the pork rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving allows the juices to redistribute throughout the pork, resulting in a more tender and flavorful dish.