Lime Pork Tenderloin

Lime Pork Tenderloin

Pork tenderloin marinated with lime juice is a lighter way to enjoy pork. Limes have limonoids, which researchers are finding may have promising anti-cancer potential.

CAL/SERV :

185

PREP TIME :

N/A

YIELDS :

6 SERVINGS

COOK TIME:

35 MINS

INGREDIENTS
  • 4 large cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
  • 2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 tsp. unsulphured blackstrap molasses
  • 1 tsp. low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/2 tsp. chili powder, or to taste
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
  • 1½ lb. pork tenderloin
  • 1 small red apple, optional for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS
  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  2. In large mixing bowl combine garlic, lime juice, 1 tablespoon oil, molasses, soy sauce, chili powder, salt and pepper. Place tenderloin in bowl, turning to completely coat with marinade.
  3. Heat large ovenproof pan or cast iron skillet over high heat. Add remaining oil. When oil is hot, use tongs to place meat in skillet, being careful to avoid splatter. Turn tenderloin every 2-3 minutes for even searing to seal in juices.
  4. Remove pan from burner. Pour remaining marinade over meat and brush to coat well. Add 3 tablespoons water to bottom of skillet, not on tenderloin.
  5. Place pan in oven. Cook approximately 30 minutes or until a meat thermometer inserted into center reads 145 degrees. Remove skillet from oven and allow tenderloin to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  6. For garnish, if using, cut apple in thin slices.
  7. Cut tenderloin diagonally in 1/4-1/2 inch slices. Arrange slices on plate, garnish with apple slices, and drizzle with remaining juice from pan.

Nutrition (per serving):

185 calories, 8 g total fat (2 g saturated fat),
2 g carbohydrate, 24 g protein, 0 g dietary fiber, 90 mg sodium.

 Courtesy of American Institute for Cancer Research