Grilled Pork Tenderloin al Pastor with Avocado Crem

Name: Grilled Pork Tenderloin al Pastor with Avocado Crema
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup pineapple juice; One 1-ounce package achiote paste; 4 chipotle chiles in adobo sauce; 2 cloves garlic; Kosher salt; 2 pork tenderloins, about 1 1/2 pounds each, trimmed of silver skin; Neutral oil, for oiling the grill grates and drizzling; 1 medium yellow onion, sliced into 1-inch rounds; Freshly ground black pepper; Avocado Crema, recipe follows; Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro; 1/4 cup Mexican cream or sour cream; 1 avocado, chopped; 1 lime, zested and juiced; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

1 cup pineapple juice
One 1-ounce package achiote paste
4 chipotle chiles in adobo sauce
2 cloves garlic
Kosher salt
2 pork tenderloins, about 1 1/2 pounds each, trimmed of silver skin
Neutral oil, for oiling the grill grates and drizzling
1 medium yellow onion, sliced into 1-inch rounds
Freshly ground black pepper
Avocado Crema, recipe follows
Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
1/2 cup fresh cilantro
1/4 cup Mexican cream or sour cream
1 avocado, chopped
1 lime, zested and juiced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
Add the pineapple juice, achiote paste, chipotles, garlic and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt to a food processor and puree until uniform.
2
Reserve about 1/2 cup of the marinade for glazing.
3
Put the remaining marinade and the pork in a resealable plastic bag and marinate for 2 hours in the fridge, rotating if necessary halfway through.
4
Heat a grill to high heat; clean and oil the grill grates.
5
Thread the onion rounds on the skewers, drizzle with oil and season with salt and pepper.
6
Grill the onions, developing a deep char on each side, about 10 minutes per side.
7
Set aside to cool.
8
Lightly season the tenderloins once more, then grill on all 4 sides, frequently basting with the reserved marinade, until golden brown and the internal temperature registers 145 degrees F, 8 to 10 minutes per side.
9
Transfer to a plate, tent loosely with foil and rest for 5 minutes.
10
Mince the cooled onions and season again.
11
Slice the pork and serve with a dollop of Avocado Crema and garnished with chopped cilantro and charred onions.
12
For the avocado crema: Put the cilantro, Mexican cream, avocado and lime zest and juice in a food processor and run until smooth.
13
Season with salt and pepper.
14
Cover with plastic wrap pressed on top until serving, to keep the avocado from browning.

205

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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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup pineapple juice, One 1-ounce package achiote paste, 4 chipotle chiles in adobo sauce, 2 cloves garlic, and more.

Yes, Grilled Pork Tenderloin al Pastor with Avocado Crema falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Grilled Pork Tenderloin al Pastor with Avocado Crema

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