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Bourbon-Glazed Grilled Pork Tenderloin

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A quick and easy bourbon-glazed grilled pork tenderloin with a sticky, sweet-savory glaze that caramelizes beautifully on the grill, creating a juicy and flavorful dish perfect for weeknight meals or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 to 2 pounds whole pork tenderloin, trimmed of silver skin
  • ½ cup bourbon (120 ml)
  • ¼ cup packed light brown sugar (50 g)
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard (30 g)
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (30 ml)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)

Instructions

  1. Remove any silver skin or excess fat from the pork tenderloin. Pat dry with paper towels and let rest at room temperature for about 15 minutes.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine bourbon, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Whisk constantly as the mixture comes to a simmer. Reduce gently for 10-12 minutes until thickened and sticky.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F / 204°C). Clean and oil the grates.
  4. Brush pork with olive oil. Place on grill and sear all sides for about 2 minutes per side.
  5. Brush a generous layer of bourbon glaze over the tenderloin. Close grill lid and cook for 5 minutes.
  6. Rotate pork every 5 minutes, brushing more glaze each time. Continue for 20-25 minutes total or until internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
  7. Remove from grill and let rest for 5-10 minutes.
  8. Slice into ½-inch (1.3 cm) slices, drizzle with leftover glaze or pan juices, and serve immediately.

Notes

Use a meat thermometer to ensure pork reaches 145°F for perfect doneness. Apply glaze in thin layers to avoid burning and flare-ups. Rest pork after grilling to keep it juicy. For a kid-friendly version, substitute bourbon with apple juice or white grape juice and cook glaze longer to concentrate sweetness. If no grill is available, sear in a skillet and finish in the oven at 400°F for 15-20 minutes, glazing halfway through.

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Keywords: bourbon glaze, grilled pork tenderloin, sticky glaze, quick pork recipe, easy weeknight dinner, backyard barbecue, sweet-savory pork

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