Spice Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Asian Cole Slaw

Name: Spice Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Asian Cole Slaw
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pork tenderloins, each about 12 ounces, silver skin removed; 1 tablespoon peanut oil; 2 teaspoons Chinese five-spice powder; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce; 1 1/2 teaspoons mirin; 1 lime, juiced; 1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated peeled fresh ginger; 1 1/2 teaspoons peanut oil; 1 1/2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil; 1/4 head Napa cabbage, (about 1/2 pound,) thinly sliced crosswise; 1/2 large head radicchio, thinly sliced, (about 2 cups); 4 scallions (white and green parts), thinly sliced; 1 orange or yellow bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and thinly sliced; 1 red apple, such as Macoun, Cortland, or Pink Lady; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

2 pork tenderloins, each about 12 ounces, silver skin removed
1 tablespoon peanut oil
2 teaspoons Chinese five-spice powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons mirin
1 lime, juiced
1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated peeled fresh ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons peanut oil
1 1/2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
1/4 head Napa cabbage, (about 1/2 pound,) thinly sliced crosswise
1/2 large head radicchio, thinly sliced, (about 2 cups)
4 scallions (white and green parts), thinly sliced
1 orange or yellow bell pepper, stemmed, seeded, and thinly sliced
1 red apple, such as Macoun, Cortland, or Pink Lady
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

1
Position a rack closest to the broiler and preheat to high.
2
Brush the tenderloins with the oil and rub all over with the five-spice powder.
3
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
4
Lay the pork on a broiler pan and, broil turning once, until golden, about 5 to 7 minutes per side.
5
(An instant-read thermometer should register between 140 and 150 degrees F when inserted into the thickest part of the meat.)
6
Set meat aside for at least for 5 minutes before slicing.
7
Meanwhile, whisk the vinegar with the soy sauce, mirin, lime juice, and ginger in a glass measuring cup.
8
Gradually whisk in the peanut and sesame oils.
9
Toss the cabbage, radicchio, scallions, and bell pepper in a large bowl with 1/4 cup of the vinaigrette.
10
Grate the apple (with the skin but not the seeds) directly into the slaw, and toss again.
11
Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.
12
Slice the pork and divide among 4 plates.
13
Garnish with some of the slaw and drizzle with remaining vinaigrette.
14
Serve.

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pork tenderloins, each about 12 ounces, silver skin removed, 1 tablespoon peanut oil, 2 teaspoons Chinese five-spice powder, Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, and more.

Yes, Spice Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Asian Cole Slaw 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!