Chipotle Lime Pork Tenderloin
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.
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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
  1. In a small bowl, combine the minced chipotle peppers, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. 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.
  3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  4. Remove the pork tenderloin from the marinade and discard the excess marinade.
  5. Grill the pork tenderloin for about 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F.
  6. Remove from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
  7. 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.