Iron Skillet Smoked Pork Tenderloin & Spinach Salad

Name: Iron Skillet Smoked Pork Tenderloin & Spinach Salad With Balsamic Vinaigrette
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon brown sugar dark; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika; 1/4 teaspoon cumin; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper ground; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/16 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/16 teaspoon ginger powder; 1 1/2 cups red onion 1/2-inch julienne; 2 oranges peel each clementine, segmented, substitute mandarin oranges if not in season; 2 fluidounces vegetable oil; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 1 tablespoon white vinegar; 4 teaspoons sugar granulated; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper ground; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 2 tablespoons water; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 4 teaspoons brown sugar dark; 4 teaspoons garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper ground; 5 strips bacon; 1 pound pork tenderloin

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon brown sugar dark
2 teaspoons salt
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon black pepper ground
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/16 teaspoon cinnamon
1/16 teaspoon ginger powder
1 1/2 cups red onion 1/2-inch julienne
2 oranges peel each clementine, segmented, substitute mandarin oranges if not in season
2 fluidounces vegetable oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon white vinegar
4 teaspoons sugar granulated
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/8 teaspoon black pepper ground
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon lemon juice
4 teaspoons brown sugar dark
4 teaspoons garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper ground
5 strips bacon
1 pound pork tenderloin

1
In small bowl, combine the dry rub ingredients, mix well
2
In a separate bowl, combine liquid seasoning ingredient, mix well
3
Coat the pork tenderloin liberally with at least 1 tablespoon of the dry rub
4
In a 10-inch cast iron skillet, cook bacon over medium-high heat until crisp and brown
5
Remove from grease. When cool, crumble
6
Immediately place the seasoned pork tenderloin in skillet and sear for about 30 seconds on each side
7
Remove the iron skillet from the heat and pour the liquid seasoning over the pork tenderloin
8
Place the iron skillet over indirect heat on the outdoor grill, close the lid, and cook for 30 minutes turning once. The internal temperature of the pork tenderloin should reach 150u00b0F in the center of its thickest portion. Remove the pork tenderloin from the iron skillet and set it aside to rest.
9
While the pork tenderloin is cooking, in small bowl combine dressing ingredients, mix well

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 26 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon brown sugar dark, 2 teaspoons salt, 1 1/2 teaspoons paprika, 1/4 teaspoon cumin, and more.

Yes, Iron Skillet Smoked Pork Tenderloin & Spinach Salad With Balsamic Vinaigrette falls under the Salads 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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Iron Skillet Smoked Pork Tenderloin & Spinach Salad With Balsamic Vinaigrette

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