Spice-Rubbed Pork Tenderloins in Corn Husks with Cranberry-Avocado Salsa

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
32%
Spice-Rubbed Pork Tenderloins in Corn Husks with Cranberry-Avocado Salsa
45 min.
8
265kcal

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Discover the unique flavors of our Spice-Rubbed Pork Tenderloins in Corn Husks with Cranberry-Avocado Salsa, a dish that brings a delightful fusion of taste and tradition to your dining table. Ideal for lunch or dinner, this gluten-free and dairy-free main course is not only healthy but also bursting with flavor. The spice rub crafted from whole black peppercorns, coriander, and cumin infuses the tender pork with an aromatic essence that captivates every bite.

Encased in tender corn husks, this preparation offers a rustic touch while ensuring the pork remains succulent and juicy throughout cooking. As the tenderloins bake, the rich aromas fill your kitchen, setting the stage for an unforgettable meal. Topping it off is a vibrant Cranberry-Avocado Salsa, adding a refreshing, tangy contrast that perfectly complements the spiced meat.

With just 45 minutes of preparation time and eight servings, this dish is perfect for gatherings and will impress friends and family alike. Each plate presents not just food but an experience—unwrapping the corn husk reveals the culinary treasure within. Join us in savoring this delightful recipe, and elevate your menu with a dish that truly celebrates flavors and creativity!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons peppercorns whole black
  • teaspoons coriander seeds 
  • 12  corn husks dried dry drained
  • teaspoons cumin seeds 
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 3.5 pounds pork tenderloins trimmed
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • servings salsa 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • large shallots minced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • kitchen thermometer
  • aluminum foil
  • kitchen towels

Directions

  1. Stir cumin seeds, coriander seeds, and black peppercorns in small dry skillet over medium heat until aromatic, about 2 minutes. Finely grind spice mixture in spice grinder or mini processor.
  2. Mix ground spices, shallot, olive oil, salt, and garlic in small bowl until paste forms. Rub pork on all sides with spice paste. Cover and chill at least 3 hours or overnight.
  3. Tear 4 corn husks lengthwise into strips 1/2 to 3/4 inch wide.
  4. Place 1 pork tenderloin log in center of each remaining corn husk. Wrap corn husks around pork and tie center and ends of each with corn husk strips as for tamales, enclosing pork completely.
  5. Place pork bundles on rack on baking sheet. (Can be prepared 1 day ahead. Cover with damp kitchen towel, then foil, and refrigerate.)
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  7. Bake pork bundles uncovered until instant-read thermometer inserted into thickest part of each piece registers 150°F, 35 to 45 minutes, depending on thickness of pork.
  8. Place 1 pork bundle on each of 8 plates.
  9. Remove husk strip from 1 end of each; fold corn husk back slightly, exposing some of meat. Spoon Cranberry-Avocado Salsa alongside and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories265kcal
Protein65.59%
Fat28.22%
Carbs6.19%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.13
Glycemic Load
0.31
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
26.136087168818%

Flavonoids

Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:265.46kcal
13.27%
Fat:8.11g
12.47%
Saturated Fat:1.9g
11.9%
Carbohydrates:4.01g
1.34%
Net Carbohydrates:2.78g
1.01%
Sugar:1.49g
1.65%
Cholesterol:128.99mg
43%
Sodium:607.53mg
26.41%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:42.4g
84.81%
Vitamin B1:2mg
133.32%
Selenium:61.71µg
88.16%
Vitamin B6:1.62mg
80.95%
Vitamin B3:13.68mg
68.39%
Phosphorus:509.13mg
50.91%
Vitamin B2:0.69mg
40.88%
Potassium:916.29mg
26.18%
Zinc:3.89mg
25.95%
Vitamin B5:1.77mg
17.7%
Vitamin B12:1.01µg
16.87%
Magnesium:64.5mg
16.12%
Iron:2.67mg
14.81%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.43%
Copper:0.23mg
11.37%
Vitamin E:1.36mg
9.07%
Vitamin K:5.31µg
5.06%
Fiber:1.22g
4.9%
Calcium:34.01mg
3.4%
Vitamin A:166.13IU
3.32%
Vitamin D:0.4µg
2.65%
Vitamin C:1.12mg
1.36%
Source:Epicurious