Best Jerk Pork Tenderloin Recipes

CHEF JOHN'S GRILLED JERK PORK TENDERLOIN

Steps:

• Cut the tenderloin in half and set the thinner end to the side. Cut the thicker end in half lengthwise. You should have 3 mostly equal pieces.
• Combine onion, thyme, vinegar, garlic, habanero peppers, ginger, soy sauce, vegetable oil, brown sugar, allspice, black pepper, cayenne pepper, nutmeg, and cinnamon in a blender. Puree until smooth, stopping to scrape down sides.
• Pour Jerk marinade into a resealable plastic bag. Add pork tenderloin pieces, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 4 to 6 hours.
• Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
• Grill pork, moving if necessary to avoid overcooking the thin parts of the meat, until dark grill marks appear and they lift easily from the grill, 6 to 7 minutes each side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

BACON-WRAPPED JAMAICAN JERK PORK TENDERLOIN

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
• Combine brown sugar, jerk seasoning, paprika, thyme, oregano, seafood seasoning, and crushed red pepper in a bowl; rub generously all over the tenderloin. Wrap with bacon and secure with toothpicks. Coat lightly with oil and place in a loaf pan or casserole dish. Sprinkle any remaining spice rub on top, cover with some diced onion, and surround with remaining onion.
• Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven until pork is slightly pink in the center, 45 to 60 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

V'S GRILLED JERK PORK TENDERLOIN AND PINEAPPLE MANGO-KIWI SALSA

Steps:

• DIRECTIONS.
• Combine the Jerk Spice ingredients in a small bowl and mix to form a coarse paste. Or blend in food processor.
• Coat pork tenderloin and Marinate at least 4 hours or overnight. The longer it marinates, the more flavor the pork absorbs.
• Pineapple Mango-Kiwi Salsa.
• Put all in a bowl, mix it up, and let it sit for a little bit to allow the flavors to mingle.
• Grill tenderloin, covered, over indirect medium heat for 10 minutes each side.
• Juices should run clear or temperature 160 degrees.
• Let roast sit about 10 minutes to let juices settle.
• Slice and serve with Pineapple Salsa.

JERK PORK TENDERLOIN

Steps:

• Stir first 5 ingredients in small skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Finely grind spice mixture in spice grinder; transfer to processor. Add all remaining ingredients except pork; blend until wet paste forms. Place pork in large glass baking dish and coat with paste. Cover; chill overnight.
• Preheat oven to 400°F. Transfer pork coated with paste mixture to rimmed baking sheet. Roast pork until thermometer inserted into center registers 150°F for medium, about 35 minutes. Slice pork and serve.

RENAL-FRIENDLY JERK PORK TENDERLOIN

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
• Mix last 8 ingredients and coat pork tenderloin.
• Marinate at least 2 hours.
• Roast uncovered for about 35 minutes or until internal temperature is 160 degrees.
• Let roast sit about 10 minutes to let juices settle.
• Slice and serve!

JAMAICAN JERK PORK TENDERLOIN WITH RICE & BEANS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 Sprinkle pork all over with 5tsp jerk seasoning and salt, coating all over. Let stand. Heat 1 T oil in heavy large skillet and cook pork until just browned on all sides (about 5 min) Transfer pork to rimmed baking sheet. Roast pork until thermometer registers 145 degrees (20 min. LESS) Remove; let stand 5 min. While pork roasts in oven cook rice and beans in same skillet used to brown the pork. Heat remaining 1 T oil in skillet over med-hi heat. Add rice, turmeric and one tsp of the seasoning and stir 1 min Add broth and generous 1/4t salt and bring to simmer. Reduce heat to low,cover and simmer without stirring until rice is tender and water absorbed..about 15 min Stir in beans and cilantro. Mound rice and slices of pork tenderloin on plate and serve.

GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH JERK SEASONING (GLUTEN-FREE)

Steps:

• Start with a well trimmed tenderloin making sure to remove any of the "silver" skin from the surface. The silver skin is a shiny membrane you typically find on tenderloins. Once you've trimmed the ternderloin you're ready to prepare your jerk rub.
• In a small bowl, stir together the thyme, dried onion, allspice, cracked black pepper, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and salt. Coat tenderloin lightly with oil and rub seasoning onto meat. Set aside to marinate (wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 6-8 hours).
• Prepare grill for direct heat grilling over high heat. Once grill is hot place marinated pork onto the hottest part of the grill and cook the tenderloin for about 3 minutes on each of its four sides. Cook just until the pork feels firm and springs back when pressed or an instant-read thermometer reads 145*F when inserted into the thickest part of the tenderloin. Be careful not to overcook it.
• Remove from grill and allow to rest for 5 minutes before cutting. Slice in about 3/4" slices and serve.

JERK PORK TENDERLOIN WITH FRESH PINEAPPLE CHUTNEY

Steps:

• To prepare pork, combine first 13 ingredients in a blender; process until smooth. Place green onion mixture in a large zip-top bag.
• Add pork to bag; seal. Marinate in refrigerator 8 hours or overnight, turning occasionally.
• Prepare grill.
• Remove pork from bag; discard marinade. Place pork on a grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 23 minutes or until a thermometer registers 155° or until desired degree of doneness. Let pork stand 10 minutes.
• Slice pork into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
• To prepare relish, combine pineapple and remaining ingredients in a bowl, stirring well. Serve with pork.

AMAZING JERK PORK TENDERLOIN

Steps:

• Place the first 16 ingredients in a food processor; process until smooth.
• Place the butterflied pork and the marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; seal bag and turn to coat.
• Refrigerate for 8-24 hours (24 hours is better, turning bag occasionally to coat).
• Grill the butterflied marinated pork for about 8-9 minutes per side (it is important not to overcook the pork or it will be dry!).

JERK PORK TENDERLOIN WITH GLAZED SWEET POTATOES

Steps:

• Make the paste: in a blender, combine the paste ingredients; process on high until smooth, about 2 minutes.
• Trim any excess fat and silver skin from the tenderloins.
• Brush the paste over the meat; cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours.
• Let the tenderloins stand at room temperature for 20-30 minutes before grilling.
• In a small bowl, whisk the lime zest, lime juice, canola oil, honey, salt, and pepper.
• Peel sweet potatoes, trim the ends and cut each potato into 1 1/2 inch slices.
• Brush potatoes on both sides with the oil mixture.
• Grill the tenderloins and potatoes over direct medium heat until the pork is barely pink in the centers and the potatoes are easily pierced with a knife, 15-20 minutes, turning both and brushing them with the oil mixture every 5 minutes.
• Let the pork rest for 3-5 minutes before slicing on the bias.
• Serve warm with the potatoes.

JAMAICAN JERK PORK TENDERLOIN

Steps:

• 1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat. In a medium bowl, combine mangoes, onion, brown sugar, parsley, ground red pepper, and salt; mix well and set aside. Evenly season pork with jerk seasoning. Place on grill and cook 15 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F., turning halfway through cooking. Slice pork, top with mango salsa, and serve immediately.

JAMAICAN JERK PORK TENDERLOIN

Steps:

• 1. Butterfly the tenderloins, for 1-inch-thick sheets. Then, using the tip of a paring knife, make holes 1/4 inch deep all over each sheet of meat. Place the tenderloins in a large nonreactive baking dish and set aside while you prepare the seasoning.2. Combine the chiles, scallions, onion, ginger, and garlic in a food processor and process until finely chopped. Add the thyme, allspice, pepper, nutmeg, cinnamon, vinegar, soy sauce, oil, salt, and sugar and process to a smooth purée (see Notes).3. Using a rubber spatula, spread the seasoning mixture over the tenderloins, stuffing it into the holes. Cover and let marinate, in the refrigerator, for at least 4 hours, turning the meat several times.4. If using a charcoal grill, preheat it to medium. If using a gas grill, place the wood chips in the smoker box and preheat the grill to high when smoke appears, lower the heat to medium.5. When ready to cook, if using charcoal, toss the wood chips on the coals. Oil the grill grate. Arrange the sheets of pork on the hot grate and grill, turning with tongs and brushing occasionally with oil, until nicely browned on both sides and cooked through, 16 to 20 minutes in all. When not turning the meat, keep the grill covered to hold in the smoke.6. Transfer the pork to a cutting board and let rest for 5 minutes, then cut into thin diagonal slices and serve immediately. Serves 4 to 6Notes: Jerk pork is usually prepared with the pork fat left on, but you can certainly trim it off, if you wish. You can make the marinade in a blender if you do, add all the ingredients at once.

GRILLED JERK PORK TENDERLOIN WITH MANGO SALSA

Steps:

• Set a ridged two-burner stove-top grill over medium-high heat, and using tongs and a small cloth in plain oil, rub over grill. Combine the jerk seasoning ingredients and mix well. Rub sparingly but well over entire pork tenderloin, including both ends. Reduce heat under the grill to medium heat; place pork tenderloin on the grill and, using, tongs turn the pork tenderloin every 10 minutes for a total of 25 to 30 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter, cover loosely with foil and set aside to rest for 5 minutes. Slice across the grain into 1/4-inch thick slices and serve with mango salsa. Combine the salsa ingredients, mix well and set aside.

W W JERK PORK TENDERLOIN

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350º.
• Combine the onion and all spices in a small bowl.
• Rub spice mixture over the tenderloin.
• Place in shallow roasting pan and roast until 160º or approximately 45 minutes.
• Transfer to cutting board, cover loosely with foil and let stand for 10 minutes.
• Cut into 12-18 slices.
• *You can also use 6 lean boneless pork chops. Make sure to trim all visible fat.
• **Also good on chicken.

GRILLED JERK PORK TENDERLOIN

Steps:

• Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
• In a medium bowl, combine mangoes, onion, brown sugar, parsley, ground red pepper, and salt; mix well and set aside.
• Evenly season pork with jerk seasoning. Place on grill and cook 15 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F., turning halfway through cooking.
• Slice pork, top with mango salsa, and serve immediately.

BARBECUED JERK PORK TENDERLOIN WITH TOMATO PEACH CURRIED CHUTNEY

Steps:

• For the relish (make this a day ahead and chill) cut a shallow X in bottom of each peach and tomato using a sharp paring knife.
• Blanch in 2 batches in a 4-quart saucepan of boiling water for about 10-12 seconds; transfer peaches and tomatoes using a slotted spoon to a large bowl of ice water, let stand until cool enough to handle.
• Peel the peaches and tomatoes, then halve peaches lenghwise and remove the pit.
• Cut the peaches into about 1-inch pieces, then coarsley chop the tomatoes.
• In a heavy saucepan cook the onion, ginger and salt in oil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until softened (about 3-4 minutes).
• Add in curry powder and cook stirring constantly for 1 minute.
• Add in chopped peaches and tomatoes along with any juices in the bottom of the bowl.
• Add in sugar and lime juice; simmer uncovered stirring occasionally until the mixture is thick and the peaches are tender but still hold their shape (about 8 minutes).
• Transfer to a bowl and cool to room temperature.
• Cover and refrigerate overnight.
• For the pork; in a blender combine scallions, thyme, salt, allspice, pepper, lime juice, molasses and hot sauce; blend until smooth.
• Place the pork in a glass dish and rub the marinade all over on all sides.
• Cover, place in the refrigerator for 24 hours, turning occasionally a couple of times during the 24 hours.
• IMPORTANT; bring the pork to room temperature before grilling.
• Prepare the grill to medium-hot.
• Discard any marinade in the dish, then brush the pork lightly with oil.
• Grill pork turning occasionally and basting frequently with oil until the thermometer inserted diagonally into center of pork registers 145F, about 15-25 minutes (I grill my pork just to 140F so it will not be overdone and dry, but still be moist).
• Transfer the pork to a cutting board and let sit for 15 minutes (the internal temperature will rise to about 155F).
• Serve the grilled pork with prepared chilled peach relish.
• DELICIOUS!

GRILLED JERK PORK TENDERLOIN

Steps:

• Combine habanero peppers, onion, green onions, ginger, and garlic, in a blender or food processor. Blend until quite fine. Add cider, white vinegar, soy sauce, olive oil, and sugar. Season with mustard seed, salt, pepper, thyme, allspice, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Continue to blend until smooth.
• Place the pork tenderloin in a shallow casserole dish. Spread mixture on all sides of the meat (wear gloves or use a spatula). Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours.
• Preheat grill for medium-high heat.
• Lightly oil grate. Add soaked wood chips to coals, if using. Grill slabs of tenderloin, turning as needed, about 6 to 7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature has reached 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
• Remove meat from grill; allow to rest for 5 minutes. Slice thinly and serve.

JERK PORK TENDERLOIN WITH CHAYOTE BLACK BEANS, PINEAPPLE SALSA AND FRIED PLANTAINS

Steps:

• Directions: Jerk Pork Tenderloin In a spice grinder, mix black peppercorns, allspice, coriander seeds, and cloves until finely ground. In a food processor mix olive oil, ginger, scallions, garlic, and thyme, scotch bonnet pepper, brown sugar, soy sauce, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg. Add spice mixture and blend until mixture resembles a thick paste Rub pork with jerk paste, making to sure to cover completely. Let marinate 1-2 hours at room temperature, or refrigerate overnight. Preheat outdoor grill and lightly oil. Season pork with salt Grill pork tenderloin on open BBQ, rotating frequently until lightly charred and cooked through, 15-20 minutes. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing. Chayote Black Beans In a medium skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté gently. Add chayote and bay leaf and cook slowly, over medium heat 5-8 minutes, or until slightly softened. Add black beans and mix to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Pineapple Salsa In a large bowl, toss together all ingredients. Season to taste with salt. Fried Plantains In a large skillet, heat oil over medium high heat. Place sliced plantains in oil and fry for 2-3 minutes per side or until lightly browned. Drain on paper towel.

JERK PORK TENDERLOIN WITH SWISS CHARD

Steps:

• In a blender, combine scallions, vinegar, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, jalapeno, 2 tablespoons oil, thyme, allspice, nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper. Puree until smooth. Place marinade in a resealable plastic bag. Add pork, turning to coat. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 24 hours.
• Heat grill to high. Oil grates. Lift pork from marinade. Season with salt. Grill 8 to 10 minutes per side or until an instant-read thermometer registers 145 degrees. Let cool 5 minutes.
• Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat remaining oil over medium. Add chard ribs and cook, stirring occasionally until crisp-tender, about 10 minutes. Add leaves, salt, and pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, until tender.