How to Make Pork Tenderloin on the Grill - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to grilling, many people immediately think of burgers, hot dogs, and steaks. However, pork tenderloin is a delicious and versatile cut of meat that is perfect for the grill. It's lean, tender, and cooks relatively quickly, making it an ideal choice for a weeknight dinner or a weekend barbecue. Plus, it's incredibly flavorful and can be seasoned and marinated in a variety of ways to suit your taste preferences.

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup honey
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • ¼ cup oyster sauce
  • 3 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger root
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 (3/4 pound) pork tenderloins

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs 5 mins
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 35 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Combine honey, soy sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, ketchup, onion powder, cayenne, and cinnamon in a large, strong, zip-top bag. Close the bag and squish to combine. Add pork to marinade and let chill in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Remove pork from bag and reserve marinade for basting.
  • Cook pork on the preheated grill for 10 minutes, basting with reserved marinade and turning every 3 minutes. Discard excess marinade.
  • Continue to grill pork, turning every 3 minutes, until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the centers reads at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C), about 10 minutes more. Let pork stand for 5 minutes before slicing.
  • Nutrition

    179 cal.

    • Total Fat: 2g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 48mg
    • Sodium: 742mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 21g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 19g
    • Protein: 18g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 20mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 348mg