Pork Tenderloin with Mexican Chipotle Marinade

Name: Pork Tenderloin with Mexican Chipotle Marinade
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 canned chipotle chiles in adobo, stemmed, plus 2 tablespoons of sauce from the can; 5 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; One 3-inch strip of orange zest; 3/4 cup fresh orange juice; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice; 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper; 1 1/2 pounds pork tenderloin

Servings: persons

6 canned chipotle chiles in adobo, stemmed, plus 2 tablespoons of sauce from the can
5 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
One 3-inch strip of orange zest
3/4 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon tomato paste
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 pounds pork tenderloin

1
In a small saucepan, combine the chipotles and their sauce with the garlic, orange zest, orange juice, lime juice, red wine vinegar, tomato paste, oregano, cumin and pepper.
2
Simmer over high heat until reduced by one-third, about 3 minutes.
3
Transfer the contents of the pan to a food processor and puree until smooth.
4
Let cool before using.
5
Coat the pork with 1/4 cup of the marinade and refrigerate for 2 hours.
6
Light the grill.
7
Grill the pork over a hot fire, turning, until cooked through, about 15 minutes.
8
Let stand for 3 minutes before slicing and serving.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 canned chipotle chiles in adobo, stemmed, plus 2 tablespoons of sauce from the can, 5 garlic cloves, thinly sliced, One 3-inch strip of orange zest, 3/4 cup fresh orange juice, and more.

Yes, Pork Tenderloin with Mexican Chipotle Marinade 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!