Best Grilled Pork Tenderloin - This delicious pork tenderloin is juicy and so full of herbaceous flavor and pairs well with Grilled Vegetables. It’s so easy to make and the perfect melt-in-your-mouth tender grilled pork recipe for summer!
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With a simple marinade, this pork tenderloin is easily going to be your new go-to favorite for grilling season! It’s dripping with a delicious buttery garlic herb butter. If you need a company-pleasing, in-law pleasing, family-friendly dish this is the one to make!
If you're wondering How to Cook Pork Tenderloin, we have plenty of tips for you to ensure that your pork is tender, juicy, and delicious every time. You'll find lots of mouthwatering recipes to help you switch things up with your menu, too.
It is important to note that pork tenderloin and pork loin are different cuts of meat. This recipe is for tenderloin.
🧂 Ingredients
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Here is what you will need to make the best grilled pork tenderloin your family has ever tasted:
For the Pork and Marinade:
- Pork tenderloin
- Lemon juice
- Avocado or olive oil
- Herbs of your choice, we used rosemary, thyme and sage
- Salt and Black Pepper
- Red pepper flakes
For the Herb Butter:
- Butter
- Garlic powder
- Fresh thyme
- Salt and Black Pepper
You could also use one of the delicious compound butters:
🔪Instructions
- Combine the marinade ingredients together and add the pork tenderloin in a resealable bag and fully coat the meat. Let marinade for at least one hour up to overnight.
- Heat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Add the meat and brown on all sides then reduce heat to medium and cook until the meat hits 145 degrees F.
- While the meat is cooking you can mix up the butter and herb topping.
- Once the meat has hit 145 you can remove it from the grill, wrap it in tinfoil and let it rest for about 10 minutes.
- Slice, add the herb butter, and enjoy!
Equipment
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Using an internal meat thermometer will ensure your pork is cooked to the correct temperature. Pork should be cooked until the internal temperature reaches 145F.
💭 Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some commonly asked questions about making the perfect pork tenderloin and how to cook it on the grill.
Fresh pork tenderloin should be cooked or frozen after 2-3 days in the refrigerator. It will last up to 6 months in the freezer.
For the best flavor, marinate the pork tenderloin for at least 1 hour, and as much as 24 hours.
Yes, it is best to remove the silverskin as that will not 'melt' on the grill like fat will. The silverskin also makes it more difficult for the flavors to penetrate the pork. Use a sharp paring knife and slice through it at an angle. It comes off pretty easily.
For the best grilled pork tenderloin, cook it for 20-25 minutes. Fresh pork should always be cooked to an internal temperature of 145-degrees F according to FoodSafety.gov. Remember you always want to allow your pork to rest for three minutes. I highly recommend using a meat thermometer.
The USDA has revised cooking temperature recommendations for pork. Previously, the recommendation was 160-degrees F and no pink. However, they now say that as long as you have cooked your meat to an internal temperature of 145-degrees F, a little bit of pink in the pork is fine.
Once your pork has reached 145-degrees F, place it on a sheet of tinfoil. Add the herb butter on top and then wrap it up. Allow the meat to rest and the juices to redistribute through the meat before cutting.
🍴 Serving Suggestions
This juicy grilled pork tenderloin is the perfect recipe for any weeknight meal, a good party recipe, or a dish to impress your guests. Serve it up with our Easy Grilled Corn on the Cob, Loaded Cauliflower Mash, or Crispy Smashed Potatoes.
Whether you enjoy it with Grilled Corn on the Cob or even Grilled Pineapple, it's all sure to be a hit!
Related: Best Pork Tenderloin Side Dishes
Here are a few other ideas:
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Grilled Pork Tenderloin
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Equipment
- Gas Grill
Ingredients
- 2 pounds of pork tenderloin
Marinade:
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- ¼ cup avocado or olive oil
- Fresh herbs we used rosemary, thyme and sage
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- Red pepper flake to preference
For the herb butter:
- 3 tablespoons of butter
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper to preference
Instructions
- Combine the marinade ingredients together in an airtight container or ziplock bag, add the pork tenderloins and fully coat the meat. Chill in the fridge for at least 1 hour or up to 24 hours.2 pounds of pork tenderloin, ¼ cup lemon juice, ¼ cup avocado or olive oil, Fresh herbs, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon pepper, Red pepper flake
- When you are ready to cook, turn on the grill to medium high heat.
- Once the grill has reached temperature you can add the meat and brown on all sides.
- Reduce the heat to medium and continue cooking until the meat hits 145 degrees F. We used a probe thermometer that can be left in the grill while cooking.
- This took about 20-25 minutes total for the slightly larger piece that we had. Where all grills heat differently and the meat will be different sizes and thicknesses you’ll want to keep a close eye on that temperature to ensure the meat isn’t over or under done.
- While the meat is cooking you can mix up the butter and herb topping. You will not want to put this on the meat while it is on the grill as it will likely make your grill smoke, a lot. Save this and put it on the meat as soon as you slice it.3 tablespoons of butter, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, Fresh thyme, Salt and pepper
- Once the meat has hit 145 you can remove from the grill, wrap in tinfoil and let it rest for about 10 minutes.
- Slice, add the herb butter and enjoy!
Notes
Frequently Asked Questions about Grilling Pork Tenderloin
Here are some commonly asked questions about pork tenderloin on how to cook it on the grill.How long is pork tenderloin good in the fridge?
Fresh pork tenderloin should be cooked or frozen after 2-3 days in the refrigerator. It will last up to 6 months in the freezer.How long should you marinate pork?
For the best flavor, marinate the pork tenderloin for at least 1 hour, and as much as 24 hours.Do you have to remove the silverskin from pork tenderloin?
Yes, it is best to remove the silverskin as that will not 'melt' on the grill like fat will. The silverskin also makes it more difficult for the flavors to penetrate the pork. Use a sharp paring knife and slice through it at an angle. It comes off pretty easily.How long do you grill pork tenderloin?
For the best grilled pork tenderloin, cook it for 20-25 minutes. Fresh pork should always be cooked to an internal temperature of 145-degrees F according to FoodSafety.gov. Remember you always want to allow your pork to rest for three minutes. I highly recommend using a meat thermometer.Can you eat pink pork tenderloin?
The USDA has revised cooking temperature recommendations for pork. Previously, the recommendation was 160-degrees F and no pink. However, they now say that as long as you have cooked your meat to an internal temperature of 145-degrees F, a little pink in the pork is fine.How do you keep pork moist?
Once your pork has reached 145-degrees F, place it on a sheet of tinfoil. Add the herb butter on top and then wrap it up. Allow the meat to rest and the juices to redistribute through the meat before cutting.For best results, be sure to check our Tips and FAQs above with important tips and questions that can help your delicious recipe come out perfectly.
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Meal Planning
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- chicken meatball subs
- taco stuffed shells
- Italian wedding soup
- sheet pan pancakes
- teriyaki chicken skewers
... and more!
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