Grilled Pork Tenderloin Recipe

A spoon is placed next to sliced tenderloin.

5 from 1 vote

Grilled pork tenderloin is elevated with a sweet and tangy blueberry sauce. The tenderloin is marinated or seasoned before being grilled to perfection, while the sauce is made by reducing balsamic vinegar with blueberries,creating a rich and flavorful glaze.

Prep Time15

Cook Time20

Total Time35

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Author: Kellie

Cost: $15

Equipment

1 grill

Ingredients

For the rub

2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon kosher salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 pounds pork tenderloin

For the sauce

1/2 cup blueberry jam
1/4 cup pineapple juice
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 cloves garlic minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
Kosher salt and pepper

Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, garlic powder, paprika, cumin, salt and olive oil.
Spread the rub over the surface of the pork tenderloin to coat. Allow to sit for 30 minutes or overnight.
Preheat the grill to medium high heat.
Place the pork on the grill and cook for 5-8 minutes. Turn the pork tenderloin over and grill for an additional 10 minutes or until an instant read thermometer registers 145˚F.
Transfer the pork to a platter, cover with foil and rest for 10 minutes.
In a small saucepan, whisk together the jam, pineapple juice, vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, olive oil and seasoning over medium heat. Bring the mixture to a boil and then simmer until slightly thickened.
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
Slice the pork and serve with the sauce.

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