Pork Tenderloin Churrasco

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
44%
Pork Tenderloin Churrasco
45 min.
4
362kcal

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If you're seeking a flavorful and vibrant dish to impress your family or guests, look no further than this Pork Tenderloin Churrasco. This dish not only highlights the tender juiciness of pork but is also a celebration of bold South American flavors, thanks to the irresistible Aji Amarillo-Pineapple Salsa that adds a fruity kick. Ideal for lunch or dinner, this main course is not only gluten-free but also dairy-free, ensuring it caters to various dietary preferences without compromising on taste.

The rich aroma of fresh herbs—rosemary and thyme—combined with the smoky depth of hot smoked Spanish paprika, creates a tantalizing marinade that elevates the pork to new heights. Grilling the marinated pork strips seals in the flavors while providing a delightful char that enhances every bite. Plus, the entire process is quick and manageable, taking only about 45 minutes from start to finish, allowing you to serve a gourmet meal in no time.

This dish provides approximately 362 calories per serving, making it a hearty yet balanced choice. Perfectly plated with the vibrant Aji Amarillo-Pineapple Salsa on top, your Pork Tenderloin Churrasco will not only be a feast for the taste buds but also a visual delight. Get ready to fire up the grill and prepare for compliments as you serve up this exquisite culinary adventure!

Ingredients

  • servings aji amarillo-pineapple salsa 
  • teaspoon rosemary leaves fresh packed minced ()
  • tablespoons thyme sprigs fresh
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • pound pork tenderloins trimmed of fat
  • tablespoons paprika smoked spanish hot (Pimentón de la Vera)
  • teaspoon salt 
  • cup vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • blender
  • grill
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Combine oil and paprika in heavy small saucepan. Cook over medium heat 5 minutes to infuse oil, whisking occasionally. Cool to room temperature.
  2. Pour oil mixture into blender.
  3. Add garlic, thyme leaves, rosemary, salt, and pepper; blend marinade until herbs are finely chopped.
  4. Cut each pork tenderloin lengthwise into 4 strips.
  5. Place each strip between sheets of waxed paper and pound to 1/3-inch thickness. Arrange pork strips in 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish.
  6. Pour marinade over and turn to coat pork evenly. Cover and chill at least 2 hours and up to 6 hours.
  7. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Scrape off most of marinade from pork strips. Grill pork until just cooked through, about 2 minutes per side.
  8. Arrange 2 pork strips on each of 4 plates. Spoon pineapple salsa atop pork.
  9. *Available from Tienda.com (888-472-1022; tienda.com).

Nutrition Facts

Calories362kcal
Protein54.33%
Fat41.29%
Carbs4.38%

Properties

Glycemic Index
41.75
Glycemic Load
0.59
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
32.32347814674%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.01mg
Apigenin
0.09mg
Luteolin
1.58mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:362.19kcal
18.11%
Fat:16.36g
25.16%
Saturated Fat:3.34g
20.89%
Carbohydrates:3.91g
1.3%
Net Carbohydrates:2.09g
0.76%
Sugar:0.45g
0.5%
Cholesterol:147.42mg
49.14%
Sodium:704.9mg
30.65%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:48.43g
96.85%
Vitamin B1:2.28mg
152.23%
Selenium:70.51µg
100.73%
Vitamin B6:1.89mg
94.6%
Vitamin B3:15.61mg
78.05%
Phosphorus:580.12mg
58.01%
Vitamin B2:0.84mg
49.39%
Vitamin A:1901.38IU
38.03%
Zinc:4.54mg
30.28%
Potassium:1023.23mg
29.24%
Vitamin K:23.25µg
22.14%
Vitamin B5:2.04mg
20.43%
Iron:3.66mg
20.31%
Vitamin B12:1.16µg
19.28%
Magnesium:74.3mg
18.57%
Vitamin E:2.42mg
16.13%
Copper:0.26mg
13.05%
Manganese:0.22mg
10.98%
Vitamin C:8.01mg
9.71%
Fiber:1.82g
7.3%
Calcium:40.09mg
4.01%
Vitamin D:0.45µg
3.02%
Source:Epicurious