Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Chimichurri

Slices of grilled pork tenderloin on plate drizzled with charred lemon chimichurri.

Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Chimichurri

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 30

Servings: people

Calories: 984kcal

Author: Platings and Pairings

This Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Chimichurri is the perfect quick dinner for hot summer nights! You can grill this beautiful dinner and prepare the amazing sauce in just 30 minutes. Or, cook it in the oven.

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Ingredients

1 pork tenderloin about 1.5 pounds

Charred Lemon Chimichurri

1 lemon halved
1/4 cup fresh parsley
¼ cup fresh oregano
¼ cup mint leaves
2 garlic cloves
1 anchovy fillet
1 tsp capers drained
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
Salt to taste

Instructions

Take the pork loin out of the refrigerator 30 minutes before cooking, to allow it to come to room temperature.
Preheat your grill to 400 degrees for direct heat.
Place your lemon, cut side down on the grill and allow it to get a good char on it. Once softened and browned, remove the lemon from grill and allow to cool slightly.
Grill the pork loin for 5 minutes per side, until it reaches 140-degrees, about 20 minutes total. Remove from grill and let it rest for 10 minutes while you prepare the chimichurri.
In a food processor or blender, add the parsley, oregano, mint, garlic, anchovy, and capers. Squeeze in the juice from the charred lemon halves and add the olive oil. Pulse until combined but not entirely smooth.
Slice the pork tenderloin and serve the charred lemon chimichurri drizzled on top with the remaining sauce served on the side.

Notes

Tips for Grilling Pork Tenderloin

Take your tenderloin out of the fridge 30 minutes before grilling.
Heat grill to 400-degrees for direct heat.
Grill 4-5 minutes per side, about 20 minutes total.
Let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.

Oven Directions

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees.
Heat 1 Tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat in a large cast iron or other oven-safe skillet. Once the oil is hot, add pork and sear it on all sides (about 6 minutes total).
Place in the oven and bake uncovered for 13-15 min, flipping the tenderloin over halfway through baking. Bake until center of pork registers 140 degrees, then transfer to a cutting board and let meat rest for 10 minutes.

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