BALSAMIC-GLAZED FIG & PORK TENDERLOIN

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I have a huge fig tree that produces an abundance of figs. One year I tried drying some and developed this sweet and smoky recipe as a result. Now it's a regular at family gatherings. -Greg Fontenot, The Woodlands, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 12 kabobs.

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 pork tenderloins (about 3/4 pound each), trimmed and silver skin removed
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons olive oil
12 dried figs, halved
12 cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
4 fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Cut pork into 1-in. cubes. Combine next seven ingredients; rub over pork. Refrigerate, covered, until ready to grill. Meanwhile, make a glaze by whisking vinegar, honey, mustard and oil. Set aside., On water-soaked wooden skewers, thread pork cubes and fig halves. Grill, covered, on a greased rack over medium-high direct heat, turning occasionally, until a thermometer reads 145°, 8-10 minutes. During last half of grilling, brush cooked surfaces frequently with glaze., Let skewers stand for 5 minutes; add a tomato to each. Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle lightly with blue cheese and basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 306mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

Landon Sweet
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pork tenderloin.


Manoj Manandhar
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. My family loves it!


Marcie R.
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This dish is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The pork is so flavorful and the glaze is divine.


Veronica Rodriguez
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I'm not a big fan of figs, but I loved this recipe. The glaze was perfect and the pork was so tender.


Mubarik Ahmed
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This recipe is a great way to impress your guests. It's easy to make and the results are always delicious.


Ethan Dahn
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I would have liked more instructions on how to make the glaze.


Ali Jaan96
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This dish is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


Saroj Miya
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pork turned out perfectly. The glaze was a bit too thick for my taste, but that's just a personal preference.


Georgina Eshun
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This recipe was amazing! I've never cooked pork tenderloin before, but this recipe made it so easy and delicious!


Lishan Nigussie
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The pork was a bit dry, but the glaze was delicious.


pratikshya tiwari
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I made this dish for my family and they loved it! The glaze was a bit too sweet for my taste, but everyone else enjoyed it.


Sisay Degu
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This is a great recipe, very easy to follow and the pork turned out perfectly tender and juicy.


EREEN YIGER
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This recipe is an absolute winner! The balsamic glaze adds a delicious sweet and tangy flavor to the pork, and the figs are a perfect complement. I highly recommend this dish!