Grilled Brined Pork Tenderloin
Grilled Brined Pork Tenderloin pairs citrus and herbs in a fragrant brine that keeps the meat unbelievably juicy and well seasoned. Slow, indirect grilling builds a gentle smoke-kissed flavor, while a final quick sear adds a golden crust. Serve it for a relaxed weekend dinner or cookout when you want rosy, tender slices with bright, aromatic notes.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook1 hr 5 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Grilled Brined Pork Tenderloin, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic Impact
- 41 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 30 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 94 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 40
- Heart Health
- 45
- Metabolic
- 56
- Digestive
- 35
- Inflammatory
- 62
- Performance
- 52
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat water in a large pot over high heat. Add salt and stir until dissolved. Stir in brown sugar, orange, lemon, lime, cilantro, garlic, rosemary, thyme, bay leaves, peppercorns, fennel, coriander, and cloves. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat to low and cover. Simmer the brine for 20 minutes.
- 2
Fill a sink with ice water. Take the brine off the heat and set the pot in the sink. Stir until the brine cools to room temperature. Transfer to a large plastic or glass container such as a 12-quart Cambro. Add the pork tenderloin pieces. Cover and soak for 6 hours to overnight.
- 3
Take the loins out of the brine and rinse. Let them sit at room temperature for 30 to 45 minutes while you prepare the grill. Preheat the grill for indirect heat to 275 degrees F (135 degrees C).
- 4
Set the loins on the cooler side of the preheated grill and cook, turning every 20 to 30 minutes, until an instant-read thermometer in the centers reads 130 to 135 degrees F (54 to 57 degrees C), 35 to 40 minutes.
- 5
Brush vegetable oil on the loins and move them to the direct heat side of the grill. Sear until golden brown all over and the internal temperature just reaches 145 degrees F (63 degrees C), about 2 minutes per side. Remove the loins from the heat, place on a serving dish, and tent with foil. Rest for about 5 minutes, then slice into 1/2- to 1-inch-thick medallions.
- Calories 398.53 kcal Moderate 20%
- Protein 35.07 g Good Source 70%
- Carbohydrate 51.69 g 19%
- Total Fat 6.87 g Moderate 9%
- Saturated Fat 2.09 g Moderate 10%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 102.07 mg High 34%
- Sodium 1272.14 mg High 55%
- Dietary Fiber 12.5 g Good Source 45%
- Total Sugars 36.84 g --
- Added Sugars 13.22 g High 26%
- Calcium 78.78 mg Low Source 6%
- Iron 1.7 mg Low Source 9%
- Potassium 291.49 mg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin A 245.82 mcg Good Source 27%
- Vitamin C 44.1 mg Good Source 49%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Grilled Brined Pork Tenderloin is made with 17 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 1 hr 35 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Black Peppercorns, Coriander Seed, Dark Brown Sugar, and Dried Bay Leaves. Each serving provides about 398.53 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Grilled Brined Pork Tenderloin made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Peppercorns, Coriander Seed, Dark Brown Sugar, Dried Bay Leaves, Fennel Seed. The full list of 17 is above.
- How long does it take to make Grilled Brined Pork Tenderloin?
- About 1 hr 35 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 1 hr 5 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 398.53 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Grilled Brined Pork Tenderloin easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 17 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Grilled Brined Pork Tenderloin healthy?
- Grilled Brined Pork Tenderloin has an easyChef Pro health score of 51/100. Per serving, it provides 398.53 calories and 35.07 g of protein, or 70% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin A and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1272.14 mg (55% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 2.09 g (10% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 13.22 g (26% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus and Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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