Grilled Chipotle Tenderloin

Name: Grilled Chipotle Tenderloin
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Tex-Mex, Mexican
Ingredients: 3 whole Chipotle Peppers in Adobo; 0.25 cup Fresh Cilantro; 2 whole Garlic; 2 tsp Ground Cumin; 3 tbsp Honey; 2 tbsp Lime Juice; 20 oz Pork Tenderloin; 1 tbsp Soy Sauce

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 Tex-Mex 🇺🇸🇲🇽Mexican High-Protein 💪Clean Eating

Grilled Chipotle Tenderloin features pork bathed in a lively mix of chipotle, lime, honey, cilantro, garlic, soy, and cumin, then seared over high heat for a juicy interior and smoky char. The balance of gentle sweetness and bold heat makes it standout at summer cookouts or weeknight dinners. Expect tender slices with bright citrus notes and a lingering, savory spice.

Prep10 mins
Cook20 mins
Serves4
DifficultyEasy

1

Whisk the cilantro, chipotle chiles, honey, lime juice, soy sauce, garlic, and cumin in a bowl until fully combined; pour the mixture into a large resealable plastic bag.
2

Add the pork tenderloins, coat them with the marinade, squeeze out the excess air, and seal the bag.
3

Marinate in the refrigerator for about 6 hours.
4

Remove the tenderloins from the marinade and shake off any excess; discard the remaining marinade.
5

Let the tenderloins come to room temperature for 20 to 30 minutes.
6

Meanwhile, preheat an outdoor grill to high heat and lightly oil the grate.
7

Grill the tenderloins on the preheated grill until the centers are slightly pink, about 10 minutes per side.
8

An instant-read thermometer inserted into the centers should register at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).