Spicy Pepper Jelly Marinated Pork Tenderloin Recipes

SPICY PEPPER JELLY-MARINATED GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN

Steps:

• Rinse the pork, pat dry, remove the silver skin (see Know-how, page 81), and trim any excess fat. Place in a shallow container or large resealable bag.
• Whisk together the pepper jelly, wine, orange zest and juice, vinegar, rosemary, red pepper flakes, and salt and black pepper to taste in a small bowl. Pour the marinade over the pork and turn to coat evenly. (Or, if using a bag, pour the marinade into the bag, seal, and shake to coat the pork.) Cover and place in the refrigerator to marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight. Turn the pork several times to distribute the marinade evenly.
• When ready to cook the pork, prepare a hot fire in a charcoal or gas grill and let the coals burn to gray ash with a slight red glow. Keep the coals on one side of the grill to create areas of direct and indirect heat (see Know-how, page 151); if using a gas grill, heat just one side on medium.
• Remove the pork from the marinade, reserving the marinade, and season with salt and pepper. Place the pork on the hot grill directly over the coals and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, turning three times and basting often with the reserved marinade. Move the pork away from the coals, close the grill or cover the pork with foil, and cook for another 3 to 5 minutes, until an internal thermometer inserted in the tenderloin reads 145°F for medium (this is what I prefer) or 160°F for medium-well.
• Remove the pork from the grill and transfer to a cutting board. Cover loosely with foil and allow to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing. Cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices and serve warm with additional pepper jelly on the side.

PEPPER JELLY PORK ROAST: SWEET AND SPICY

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 475 F. Line a baking pan with nonstick foil.
• Whisk together pepper jelly, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard. (You can melt the jelly a bit in the microwave for about 15 to 20 seconds to make it easier to combine.)
• Sprinkle the underside of the pork loin roast with onion powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
• Place the roast in the prepared pan fat-side up.
• Pour the pepper jelly mixture evenly over the top, then sprinkle with onion powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
• Bring the edges of the foil up to within 1 inch around the pork roast and crimp the corners so it stays in place.
• Place the pan in the oven and roast for 45 minutes. Reduce the heat to 375 F and roast and additional 20 minutes. Turn off the oven, leaving the roast inside, and let it sit for 30 minutes.
• Slice into 1-inch-thick slabs to serve. Menu Suggestions A pork loin roast makes for a cozy fall or winter meal. Serve with roasted Brussels sprouts and potatoes au gratin. Or pair it with roasted sweet potatoes and parsnips. Like mashed potatoes? They go wonderfully with pork roast. Add in shredded Colby and Monterey Jack cheese and garlic for a new take on an old favorite and serve with steamed broccoli. Conventional wisdom says pork roast pairs best with a dry white wine. Try chenin blanc, pinot grigio, chardonnay or sauvignon blanc. Some like a medium-bodied red with pork loin roast since the meat is rich. Côtes du Rhône is a good choice if you're in the red camp. For dessert, bring on cherry, strawberry or blueberry cheesecake to continue the fruity theme. Leftover Ideas Unless you are having a crowd for dinner, you'll have a ton of pork roast left. Here are some ideas on how to use it.

SPICY PEPPER JELLY MARINATED PORK TENDERLOIN

Steps:

• Pat the pork dry and remove any excess fat.
• Whisk together the remaining ingredients, and then pour over the pork (or into a resealable bag, with the pork). Marinate at least two hours or overnight. Turn the pork several times, to distribute the marinade evenly.
• Preheat the oven to 425.
• Remove the pork from the bag/bowl, and pour the marinade into a small saucepan. Liberally salt and pepper the tenderloin.
• Heat a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium high heat. Once hot, add the pork and sear on all sides, about 8 minutes. Place the entire pan in the oven and cook until internal temperature reads 145, about 15 minutes.
• Meanwhile, bring the marinade to a boil on the stove. Boil for about 5 minutes, until thickened.
• Brush the cooked tenderloin with the boiled marinade. Tent the pork with foil and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.