Rum & Yum Roast Pork Tenderloin Recipe

Name: Rum & Yum Roast Pork Tenderloin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 large garlic cloves, peeled; 2 small white onions, peeled and coarsely chopped; 1 bunch fresh parsley, bottom stems discarded (about 1/2 cup loosely packed); 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper; 1/4 cup dark rum; 1/2 cup light brown sugar; 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice; 1/4 cup olive oil; 2 lbs whole pork tenderloin, trimmed of any excess fat

Servings: persons

1
In food processor or blender, combine the garlic, onion, parsley, salt, pepper, rum, sugar, and lime juice Process/blend until finely chopped, then drizzle in the oil, pulsing just to combine.Transfer the mixture to a small bowl.
2
Put the pork in a large bowl and rub pork thoroughly with the marinade, Cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or, preferably, overnight.
3
Heat skillet over medium heat. Season the pork with salt and pepper and placve into the skillet. Sear until golden, about 3 minutes, then turn the pork over to sear the other side, turning again to completely sear all sides, about 3 minutes per side until well browned.
4
Turn the heat down to low, add the remaining marinade to the pan and partly cover to finish cooking, about 5-6 minutes more. Cook until the internal temperature, using an instant-read thermometer inserted to the thickest part of the pork reads 155 degrees F.
5
Transfer the pork to a cutting board, and let it rest for 10 minutes. Carve the pork into 1/2 -inch-thick slices and serve.

1036

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 large garlic cloves, peeled, 2 small white onions, peeled and coarsely chopped, 1 bunch fresh parsley, bottom stems discarded (about 1/2 cup loosely packed), 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and more.

Yes, Rum & Yum Roast Pork Tenderloin 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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Rum & Yum Roast Pork Tenderloin

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