Chipotle-Marinated Pork Tenderloin with Black Bean

Name: Chipotle-Marinated Pork Tenderloin with Black Bean Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 canned chipotle chile in adobo sauce; 3 garlic cloves; 1/2 cup coarsely chopped white onion; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1 teaspoon sherry vinegar; 1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano; 1 pound pork tenderloin, trimmed of fat; 1 can (19 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 cup grape tomatoes, quartered; 1/4 cup finely chopped white onion; 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro; 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 teaspoons minced canned chipotle chile in adobo sauce; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

Servings: persons

1 canned chipotle chile in adobo sauce
3 garlic cloves
1/2 cup coarsely chopped white onion
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon sherry vinegar
1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
1 pound pork tenderloin, trimmed of fat
1 can (19 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup grape tomatoes, quartered
1/4 cup finely chopped white onion
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons minced canned chipotle chile in adobo sauce
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

1
Make the pork marinade: Process chile, garlic, onion, lime juice, vinegar, and oregano in a blender until smooth.
2
Rub marinade all over the pork.
3
Transfer pork to a dish, and cover with plastic wrap.
4
Refrigerate overnight.
5
Preheat the oven to 350F.
6
Heat a grill pan over high heat.
7
Grill pork until seared on all sides, about 2 minutes per side.
8
Transfer pan to the oven; cook until an instant read thermometer inserted into center of meat registers 145F, 20 to 25 minutes.
9
Let pork stand at room temperature 5 to 10 minutes before slicing.
10
Meanwhile, make the salsa: Stir together the black beans, tomatoes, onion, cilantro, lime juice, chile, and cumin in a small bowl.
11
Serve with the pork.
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(Per serving)
13
Calories: 308
14
Fat: 8g
15
Cholesterol: 75mg
16
Carbohydrate: 27g
17
Sodium: 572mg
18
Protein: 31g
19
Fiber: 9g

562

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 canned chipotle chile in adobo sauce, 3 garlic cloves, 1/2 cup coarsely chopped white onion, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, and more.

Yes, Chipotle-Marinated Pork Tenderloin with Black Bean Salsa falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Chipotle-Marinated Pork Tenderloin with Black Bean Salsa

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