BRAIDED PORK TENDERLOINS

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For a summertime family dinner, I served a jerk-spiced marinated pork tenderloin. Braiding the meat, which is easy to do, makes for an attractive presentation. -Jim Rude, Janesville, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings (3/4 cup sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pork tenderloins (1 pound each)
1/2 cup mango nectar
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon spiced rum or additional mango nectar, divided
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons Caribbean jerk seasoning, divided
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream
1 cup chopped peeled mango

Steps:

  • Cut tenderloins in half lengthwise; cut each half into three strips to within 1-in. of one end. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the mango nectar, 1/4 cup rum, oil, 1 tablespoon jerk seasoning and garlic; add pork. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for up to 4 hours., Drain and discard marinade. Place tenderloin halves on a clean cutting board and braid; secure loose ends with toothpicks. Sprinkle with remaining jerk seasoning., Grill braids, covered, over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 145°. Discard toothpicks. Let stand for 5 minutes before slicing., Meanwhile, place the cream, remaining rum and mango in a food processor. Cover and process until smooth. Transfer to a small saucepan; heat through. Serve with pork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 203 calories, Fat 8 g fat (2 g saturated fat), Cholesterol 66 mg cholesterol, Sodium 257 mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6 g carbohydrate (5 g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23 g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Junior Moulounda
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The pork tenderloin was delicious, but it was a little too salty for my taste. I will reduce the amount of salt next time.


Ashley Daniel
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This recipe is a keeper! The pork tenderloin was juicy and flavorful, and the presentation was beautiful. I will definitely be making this again.


Roosevelt Johnson
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This recipe was a disappointment. The pork tenderloin was dry and tough, and the flavors were bland. I will not be making this again.


Jihad Hassan
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I made this recipe for my friends and they raved about it! The pork tenderloin was cooked to perfection and the flavors were incredible. I will definitely be making this again.


Obaa Feli
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This recipe is a winner! The pork tenderloin was juicy and flavorful, and the presentation was beautiful. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Md Mizanur Rahaman
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The pork tenderloin was a little overcooked, but the flavors were still good. I will try cooking it for a shorter amount of time next time.


Jeremy Kosier (NiTeOwl73)
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This recipe was easy to follow and the pork tenderloin turned out great! I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a delicious meal.


Mac M
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This recipe is amazing! The pork tenderloin was cooked to perfection and the flavors were incredible. I will definitely be making this again and again.


T Small
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The pork tenderloin was juicy and flavorful, and the presentation was beautiful. I will definitely be making this again.


Malaika Jamshaid waris
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This recipe was a disaster! The pork tenderloin was dry and tough, and the flavors were bland. I will not be making this again.


Miss Mukta
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The pork tenderloin was delicious, but it was a little too salty for my taste. I will reduce the amount of salt next time.


DARK Black
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This recipe is a keeper! The pork tenderloin was juicy and flavorful, and the presentation was beautiful. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.


Malick Ahmad
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The pork tenderloin was a little dry, but the flavors were good. I think I will try brining the pork next time.


DaisyM60
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This recipe was easy to follow and the pork tenderloin was delicious. I served it with mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a perfect meal.


Hope Allosillo
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pork tenderloin turned out perfectly. It was tender and juicy, and the flavors were amazing. My family loved it!


Ssenyonga Dennishb2
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This braided pork tenderloin was a hit at our dinner party! The meat was juicy and flavorful, and the presentation was beautiful. I will definitely be making this again.