The best pork tenderloin recipes

This collection is full of recipes for tender, delicious and flavorful pork tenderloin.

Pork tenderloin in spices

It's hard to find a more flavorful pork tenderloin recipe. The seasoning blend includes garlic, cumin, oregano, coriander, and thyme.


Recipe: Pork tenderloin in spices

Grilled pork with mojo sauce

Lean pork tenderloin is glazed with a guava jam glaze and grilled, imparting a unique fruity flavor (if you can't find guava, apricot preserves can be used). The dish is finished with a tangy orange, chili, and cilantro dressing.


Recipe: Grilled pork with mojo sauce glaze

Pork tenderloin marinated with herbs

Simple ingredients including garlic, Dijon mustard, fresh rosemary, and thyme add rich flavor to Ina Garten's tenderloin recipe.


Recipe: Pork tenderloin marinated with herbs

Pork tenderloin stuffed with mushrooms

The tenderloin is stuffed with a rich mixture of rich bacon and mushrooms. Soak the toothpicks in water to prevent them from burning while holding the meat together.


Recipe: Pork tenderloin stuffed with mushrooms

Grilled pork tenderloin with peaches and mustard-rosemary sauce

Sweet peaches are the perfect complement to this grilled pork tenderloin glazed with a fresh rosemary and whole grain mustard blend.


Recipe: Grilled pork tenderloin with peaches and mustard-rosemary sauce

Pork souvlaki with honey apricots

Create a Greek feast by serving perfectly roasted pork alongside dried apricots braised in a wine, honey and shallot sauce.


Recipe: Pork souvlaki with honey apricots

Grilled pork tenderloin with corn

Rub pork tenderloin with paprika, brown sugar and other spices, then grill and top with ketchup-sugar sauce.


Recipe: Grilled pork tenderloin with corn

The Big Man Pork Chop Sandwich

To make these amazing sandwiches, form the meat into thin discs, dip them in a buttermilk batter, then in cracker breading and fry.


Recipe: Pork Chop Sandwich "The Tall Man"

Pork tenderloin with stewed cabbage and apples

Pork tenderloin is not only quick to prepare but also inexpensive. Cut it into pork "steaks" and serve with cabbage and apples stewed in a flavorful broth.


Recipe: Pork tenderloin with stewed cabbage and apples

Mini Pork Tenderloin Sandwiches in Pretzel Crust with Mustard

This recipe is inspired by popular diner sandwiches. Pretzels and mustard are used as a breading for pork chops. These sandwiches are the perfect snack while watching a sports game.


Recipe: Mini pork tenderloin sandwiches in a pretzel crust with mustard

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Grilled pork tenderloin with pineapple-mint chutney

Marinate the pork tenderloin and then grill it until it's smoky on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside. Serve with homemade pineapple-mint chutney.


Recipe: Grilled pork tenderloin with pineapple-mint chutney

Thai Pork Satay

Add a tropical flair to your picnic with Bobby Flay's Pork Kebabs with Coconut Walnut Dip.


Recipe: Thai Pork Satay

Pork with bell pepper in a frying pan

This meat and vegetable dish features slices of pork tenderloin and a garnish of aromatic peppers and onions—all in one skillet.


Recipe: Pork with bell pepper in a frying pan

Instant Pot Pulled Pork Sandwiches

This tender and juicy dish uses pork tenderloin—an unusual choice. Large pieces of meat are braised in a savory sauce, then shredded with two forks. The result is tender meat with a rich, flavorful dressing. The finishing touch is a crisp broccoli salad with mustard dressing.


Recipe: Instant Pot Pulled Pork Sandwiches

Pork tenderloin with panzanella salad and corn

Lean pork tenderloin with a bready panzanella salad makes a filling yet healthy weekday dinner. Try it with a refreshing mango yogurt sauce (using low-fat yogurt will reduce the calories).


Recipe: Pork tenderloin with panzanella salad and corn

Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Roasted Tomato-Jalapeño Salsa

Grill tomatoes, jalapeños, and onions, then chop. This simple appetizer complements the savory-crusted pork tenderloin.


Recipe: Grilled pork tenderloin with roasted tomato-jalapeno salsa

Pork tenderloin with eggplant

Make a healthy, filling meal with tender pork slices and an easy-to-make side of eggplant, peppers, garlic, and jalapeños.


Recipe: Pork tenderloin with eggplant

Pork tenderloin in chimichurri sauce

In a bowl, combine the ingredients for a vibrant chimichurri sauce: parsley, oregano, garlic, jalapeño, vinegar, and lime. This sauce serves as both a marinade and a serving sauce. While the meat grills, the sauce will infuse with a bouquet of flavors.


Recipe: Pork tenderloin in chimichurri sauce

Oven-baked pork tenderloin with chipotle pepper sauce

The pork tenderloin is roasted in the oven under a high heat until golden brown. A rich flavor is imparted by a spice blend of garlic powder, ground coriander, and ginger, as well as a savory sauce made with maple syrup and chipotle peppers.


Recipe: Oven-baked pork tenderloin with chipotle pepper sauce

Pork tenderloin in a frying pan

Serve the rubbed pork tenderloin with a simple salad of ptitim couscous, cucumber, feta and sun-dried tomatoes.


Recipe: Pork tenderloin in a frying pan

Grilled Pork and Red Cabbage Tacos

Chipotle peppers add a kick to both lean pork and lean coleslaw. Vibrant yet filling and hearty, this quick dish is perfect for the grill.


Recipe: Grilled Pork and Red Cabbage Tacos

Pork and watermelon tacos on lettuce leaves

Instead of tortillas, Guy Fieri uses lettuce leaves as a light, flavorful, and crunchy taco base. The filling is marinated and grilled pork tenderloin.


Recipe: Pork and watermelon tacos on lettuce leaves







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