Spanish-Style Brined Pork Tenderloin

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
12%
Spanish-Style Brined Pork Tenderloin
45 min.
6
185kcal

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Welcome to a culinary adventure with our Spanish-Style Brined Pork Tenderloin! This dish perfectly marries the rich, savory flavors of traditional Spanish cuisine with the health-conscious needs of today’s discerning diners. Whether you’re preparing a midweek meal or impressing guests at a dinner gathering, this recipe is a true showstopper that delivers on taste while being both gluten-free and dairy-free.

Imagine succulent pork tenderloin, brined to perfection in a savory blend of sherry vinegar, kosher salt, and a medley of aromatic herbs like sage and thyme. The brining process not only infuses the meat with flavor but also ensures it stays wonderfully juicy on the grill. The addition of paprika brings a delightful smokiness that harmonizes beautifully with the overall dish.

In just 45 minutes, you can serve a dish that is not only easy to make but also bursting with flavor and nutrition. At approximately 185 calories per serving, this pork tenderloin is both satisfying and a great option for those looking to enjoy a hearty main course without compromising their dietary preferences. So gather your family and friends, fire up the grill, and treat them to a meal that’s not just food, but an experience to savor!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • teaspoon sage fresh chopped
  • teaspoon thyme leaves fresh chopped
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • cup ice cubes 
  • 0.3 cup kosher salt (such as Diamond Crystal)
  • 1.5 pound pork tenderloin trimmed
  • teaspoons olive oil 
  • tablespoons paprika 
  • 0.3 cup sherry vinegar 
  • teaspoons sherry vinegar 
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • teaspoons sugar 
  • 3.5 cups water 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • grill
  • kitchen thermometer
  • aluminum foil
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Combine first 4 ingredients in a large bowl, stirring until the salt and sugar dissolve.
  2. Pour salt mixture into a 2-gallon zip-top plastic bag.
  3. Add ice and pork; seal. Refrigerate 3 hours, turning bag occasionally.
  4. Combine paprika and next 5 ingredients (paprika through garlic).
  5. Prepare grill for indirect grilling, heating one side to medium-high and leaving one side with no heat.
  6. Remove pork from bag, and discard brine. Pat pork dry with paper towels.
  7. Brush oil evenly over pork; rub with paprika mixture.
  8. Place pork on grill rack coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat; grill pork 6 minutes, browning on all sides.
  9. Place pork on grill rack over unheated side. Close lid, and grill pork an additional 20 minutes or until thermometer inserted into thickest portion of pork registers 155 (slightly pink), turning the pork occasionally.
  10. Place pork on a platter. Cover with foil, and let stand 5 minutes. Uncover and drizzle pork with 2 teaspoons vinegar.

Nutrition Facts

Calories185kcal
Protein53.6%
Fat20.73%
Carbs25.67%

Properties

Glycemic Index
43.7
Glycemic Load
6.97
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
19.476956666812%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.15mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:184.54kcal
9.23%
Fat:4.16g
6.41%
Saturated Fat:1.04g
6.51%
Carbohydrates:11.6g
3.87%
Net Carbohydrates:10.61g
3.86%
Sugar:9.9g
11%
Cholesterol:73.71mg
24.57%
Sodium:4787.45mg
208.15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:24.22g
48.44%
Vitamin B1:1.14mg
76.19%
Copper:1.17mg
58.61%
Selenium:35.3µg
50.43%
Vitamin B6:0.95mg
47.28%
Vitamin B3:7.83mg
39.16%
Phosphorus:290.88mg
29.09%
Vitamin B2:0.42mg
24.83%
Vitamin A:1167.01IU
23.34%
Zinc:2.31mg
15.38%
Potassium:523.26mg
14.95%
Vitamin B5:1.03mg
10.3%
Iron:1.85mg
10.3%
Magnesium:39.05mg
9.76%
Vitamin B12:0.58µg
9.64%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.51%
Vitamin E:1.12mg
7.5%
Fiber:0.99g
3.96%
Vitamin K:3.24µg
3.08%
Calcium:26.89mg
2.69%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%
Vitamin C:0.92mg
1.12%
Source:My Recipes