Asian-Inspired Pork Tenderloin Recipe
This Asian-Inspired Pork Tenderloin Recipe is your ticket to a flavor-packed dinner that tastes way fancier than your cooking effort deserves. A magical combo of savory soy sauce, bold ginger, and sweet honey transforms humble pork into a mouthwatering masterpiece. It’s so good even takeout will be jealous. Best part? Minimal work, maximum reward. Slice it up, drizzle that sauce, and pretend you knew what you were doing all along. You’ll nail it—probably.
Asian-Inspired Pork Tenderloin Recipe
Tender pork marinated in a zesty, umami-rich sauce and cooked to perfection for a bold and vibrant Asian-inspired meal.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs pork tenderloin
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger minced
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons green onions for garnish
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate the pork: In a mixing bowl, whisk soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and black pepper.
- Coat and chill: Place pork in the marinade, ensuring it’s well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) if baking.
- Sear the pork (optional): Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add sesame oil, and sear the pork for 3 minutes per side.
- Cook: Transfer the pork to a baking dish and bake for 25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Rest and slice: Let the pork rest for 5 minutes to retain juices. Slice into medallions.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Vitamin B6: 20%
- Iron: 15%
- Magnesium: 10%
- Potassium: 18%
- Vitamin C: 12%
Additional Notes/Tips:
- Pro Tip: Double the marinade and reserve half as a sauce for drizzling after cooking.
- Spice It Up: Add red pepper flakes if you like a spicy kick.
- Serving Suggestion: Serve with jasmine rice and stir-fried veggies for a complete meal.
- Leftover Hack: Use the sliced pork in wraps or salad bowls for a delicious next-day meal.
