GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH CHERRY SALSA MOLE

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The combination of pork and cherries has long been a favorite of mine. The hint of spice and chocolate in the salsa mole makes the combination even more special. -Roxanne Chan, Albany, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 pork tenderloins (3/4 pound each)
1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1 cup pitted fresh or frozen dark sweet cherries, thawed, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
1/2 cup finely chopped peeled jicama
1 ounce semisweet chocolate, grated
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 green onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon honey
Salted pumpkin seeds or pepitas

Steps:

  • Brush tenderloins with oil; sprinkle with salt, cumin and chili powder. Grill, covered, over medium heat until a thermometer reads 145°, 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally. Let stand 10-15 minutes., Meanwhile, combine cherries, jalapeno, jicama, chocolate, cilantro, green onion, lime juice and honey. Slice pork; serve with cherry salsa and pumpkin seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 248mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Hoor Ul Ain
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This recipe was a disaster. The pork was overcooked and the salsa mole was bland.


Karima Yahya
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my pork turned out dry and tough. The salsa mole was good, though.


Rajon Das
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This recipe was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I think that's just a personal preference. The pork was cooked well and the salsa mole was flavorful.


Anthing Malla
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I made this recipe for my family and they loved it! The pork was cooked perfectly and the salsa mole was a delicious accompaniment.


Rocky star J
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's definitely worth the effort. The pork is so tender and the salsa mole is to die for.


Tammie Macias-Casarez
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I'm not a big fan of pork, but I really enjoyed this dish. The salsa mole is what really makes it.


Olgarn Maswanganyi
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are amazing. The pork is tender and juicy, and the salsa mole is rich and flavorful.


A24K Gaming
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I've made this dish several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe for a special occasion or a weeknight meal.


Resham Neupane
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This recipe is a must-try for any pork lover! The pork is cooked to perfection and the salsa mole is simply divine.


Rehemah Namwanga
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I would not recommend this recipe. It was a waste of time and ingredients.


Hassan Al - Hasone
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This dish was just okay. I wasn't impressed with the flavor of the pork or the salsa mole.


Donielle Kirkwood
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I found the recipe to be a bit too complicated. I think I would have preferred a simpler preparation.


md jasim
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The pork was a bit dry, but the salsa mole was delicious.


Maxwel Musiita Bagonza
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Wahid Arman
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I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out great. The only thing I would change next time is to add a bit more spice to the salsa.


Colette Ritter
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I'm not usually a fan of pork tenderloin, but this recipe changed my mind. The pork was so tender and juicy, and the salsa mole added a delicious depth of flavor.


Natalie Najera
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This recipe was easy to follow and the end result was amazing. The pork was cooked to perfection and the mole sauce was rich and complex.


-Jessie-
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I made this dish for a dinner party last weekend and it was a huge hit! Everyone raved about the tender pork and the flavorful salsa.


Sabina mapule mothobi
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This grilled pork tenderloin with cherry salsa mole was an absolute delight! The flavors were incredibly balanced, with the sweetness of the cherries complementing the savory mole sauce perfectly.