From DN Recipes by David Nagy · Food & Beverage

Pork Tenderloin Marinade

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Pork Tenderloin Marinade Prep time 10 minutes Cook time 20-25 minutes

Ingredients
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 2 large sprigs fresh rosemary
  • 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon regular or smoked paprika
  • 2 (1- to 1 1/2-pound) pork tenderloins
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, if roasting
  • Chopped fresh parsley leaves, for garnish (optional)
 
Instructions
  1. Prepare the following, adding each to the same medium bowl as you complete it: Coarsely chop 2 garlic cloves; pick the leaves from 2 large fresh rosemary sprigs, then finely chop (about 1 tablespoon).
  2. Add 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, and 1/2 teaspoon regular or smoked paprika. Whisk to combine.
  3. Pour into a large zip-top bag. Pat 2 (1- to 1 1/2-pound) pork tenderloins dry with paper towels. Add to the bag, seal, and massage to coat the pork tenderloins evenly with the marinade. Refrigerate, flipping the bag halfway through, for at least 4 hours or up to overnight.
 
Grilling
  1. Prepare an outdoor grill for zone cooking: For a gas grill, heat one half to medium-high heat (about 450°F to 500°F) and leave the other half unlit. For a charcoal grill, light a chimney of coals, pile the coals on one side of the grill, and leave the other side empty. Scrape the grill grates clean if needed.
  2. Remove the pork tenderloins from the marinade and let any excess drip off. Place the pork tenderloins over direct heat. Cover and cook, turning the tenderloins every 2 minutes, until well-browned on all sides, about 8 minutes total. Move to indirect heat and continue to grill until the internal temperature registers 140°F to 145°F in the thickest part, 12 to 17 minutes more.
  3. Transfer the pork tenderloins to a clean cutting board and tent loosely with aluminum foil. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing crosswise. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley leaves if desired.