Description
A delightful dish that combines savory pork with sweet, tangy apricots, perfect for summer barbecues.
Ingredients
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- 1 pound pork tenderloin
- 1 cup apricot preserves
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh herbs (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Begin by preheating your grill to medium-high heat, ensuring it’s hot enough to create those beautiful grill marks on the pork.
- Whisk together the apricot preserves, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until you have a smooth mixture. This will be your flavorful glaze for the tenderloin.
- Brush half of the apricot mixture over the pork tenderloin, coating it thoroughly. Place the tenderloin on the grill and cook for about 20-25 minutes, turning occasionally, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- In the last few minutes of cooking, brush the remaining apricot mixture over the tenderloin to enhance its flavor and create a caramelized finish. Once cooked, remove the tenderloin from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Consider brining the pork for enhanced moisture and flavor. For deeper flavor, marinate in the apricot mixture for a few hours or overnight.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 70mg