Asian Marinated Pork Tenderloin with Coconut Aminos
This asian marinated pork tenderloin is a high-protein dinner that’s both nourishing and full of flavor. With just 10 minutes of prep and a quick sear-and-bake method, you’ll have a wholesome, nutrient-dense meal on the table that tastes just as good as it is good for you. I’d call that a winner!
Ingredients
- 3 lb pork tenderloin
- 1 cup coconut aminos
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium bowl or small saucepan, whisk together coconut aminos, garlic, rice vinegar, maple syrup, ginger, sesame oil (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Pour into a resealable bag or shallow baking dish and add the pork tenderloins. Coat well, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes – or up to 8–24 hours for the best flavor.
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F. Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and sear each tenderloin for 4–6 minutes per side until browned.
- Transfer the skillet (or move pork to a foil-lined baking dish) and roast for 20–25 minutes, depending on thickness. Use a digital meat thermometer to ensure the center reaches 145 degrees F – the ideal temperature for juicy Asian pork tenderloin.
- Let it rest on a cutting board under loose foil for 5–10 minutes to seal in those flavorful juices. Slice thinly with a sharp knife.
Nutrition
Calories: 252kcal, Carbohydrates: 10g, Protein: 35g, Fat: 6g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 2g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 111mg, Sodium: 913mg, Potassium: 691mg, Fiber: 0.1g, Sugar: 3g, Vitamin A: 4IU, Vitamin C: 0.5mg, Calcium: 20mg, Iron: 2mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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