Asian Pork Tenderloin Recipe

• Level: Easy
• Yield: Serves 6 to 8
• Nutritional Information per Serving (1 of 8 servings):
  • Calories: 251
  • Total Fat: 8 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Carbohydrates: 14 g
  • Dietary Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugars: 8 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 82 mg
  • Sodium: 947 mg

Irresistible Asian-Marinated Pork Tenderloin

Whip up this easy, flavor-packed pork tenderloin that's sure to wow your guests! Bursting with vibrant Asian-inspired notes, it pairs perfectly with our quick Sesame Snow Peas for a meal that's both healthy and delicious. Ready in under an hour of hands-on timeperfect for weeknight wins or dinner parties.

• 1/4 cup coarsely chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup coarsely chopped shallots
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup pineapple juice
• 1/4 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro leaves
• 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh ginger
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Emeril's Asian Essence
• 2 tablespoons chopped garlic
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon crushed red pepper
• 2 pork tenderloins (approximately 2 pounds total)

Sesame Snow Peas, recipe below

Sesame Snow Peas

Crispy, nutty, and zestythese snow peas steal the show as a fresh side that elevates your pork to restaurant-quality!

• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 1 pound snow peas, cleaned
• 1 tablespoon black and white sesame seeds
• 1 lemon, juiced and zested
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley leaves

Instructions

1. Fire up your food processor and blend all ingredients except the pork tenderloins until smooth and irresistible. Slip the tenderloins into a resealable plastic bag, pour in the marinade, seal tight, and chill for 1 hour to infuse those bold flavors.
2. Preheat oven to 400F (200C).
3. Heat a large nonstick, oven-safe skillet over high heat. Sear the tenderloins on all sides for about 4 minutes until golden. Pop the skillet in the oven and roast 18-20 minutes, until internal temp hits 145F (63C). Rest 5 minutes for juicy perfection.
4. Grill option: Fire up medium-high heat and grill, turning often, for 25 minutes to 145F (63C). Rest before slicing.

Sesame Snow Peas Preparation

1. Heat sesame oil in a large saut pan over high heat. Toss in snow peas and stir-fry 3 minutes until crisp-tender.
2. Stir in black and white sesame seeds for that toasty crunch.
3. Add lemon juice and zest; season with salt and pepper.
4. Finish with fresh parsley and serve hot alongside your sizzling pork!

Recipe adapted from Emeril Lagasse