Pork Tenderloin with Guava Barbeque Sauce Recipe

Name: Pork Tenderloin with Guava Barbeque Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pork tenderloins (1 to 1 1/2 pounds each); 1/2 bottle red wine; 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar; 6 garlic cloves, peeled; Olive oil or vegetable oil for grilling; Guava Barbeque Sauce, recipe follows; Papaya Salsa, recipe follows; 12 ounces guava paste, cut into small cubes; 1/4 cup red wine; 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice; 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice; 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 4 tablespoons honey; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 2 cups papaya, cubed into 1/2-inch squares; 1 Hass avocado, cut into small pieces; 2 tablespoons diagonally sliced scallions; 1/4 cup lemon juice; Pinch sugar; Pinch salt

Servings: persons

3 pork tenderloins (1 to 1 1/2 pounds each)
1/2 bottle red wine
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
6 garlic cloves, peeled
Olive oil or vegetable oil for grilling
Guava Barbeque Sauce, recipe follows
Papaya Salsa, recipe follows
12 ounces guava paste, cut into small cubes
1/4 cup red wine
1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 cups papaya, cubed into 1/2-inch squares
1 Hass avocado, cut into small pieces
2 tablespoons diagonally sliced scallions
1/4 cup lemon juice
Pinch sugar
Pinch salt

1
Marinate the pork overnight in the wine, balsamic vinegar, and garlic.
2
Preheat the grill on high.
3
When hot, brush the pork tenderloins with olive oil and sear each side for about a minute.
4
Lower the heat to medium and cook, covered, for 8 to 10 minutes per side, brushing generously with the guava barbeque sauce at least twice.
5
Remove the pork tenderloins from the heat, glaze with another thick coat of the barbeque sauce, and let rest on a plate for at least 5 minutes.
6
Then slice the tenderloins into 1-inch medallions.
7
The pork should be served warm with a side of papaya salsa.
8
In a small saucepan, combine all the sauce ingredients.
9
Simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon until the guava paste dissolves and the ingredients combine to form a thick, syrupy sauce, 15 to 20 minutes.
10
Cool to room temperature.
11
If not using immediately, refrigerate.
12
Combine all the ingredients together in a medium bowl.
13
Toss, cover, and refrigerate until ready to serve.
14
Bring to room temperature before serving.

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 pork tenderloins (1 to 1 1/2 pounds each), 1/2 bottle red wine, 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar, 6 garlic cloves, peeled, and more.

Yes, Pork Tenderloin with Guava Barbeque Sauce 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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Pork Tenderloin with Guava Barbeque Sauce

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