STUFFED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH CILANTRO-LIME PESTO

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Another recipe from that Tex-Mex cookbook, tried and true. Popular with family and friends.

Provided by Debbie Quimby

Categories     Pork

Time 1h40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1 1/2 lb pork tenderloin
3 large garlic cloves, peeled
1/2 large onion, cut into chunks
1/2 c fresh cilantro, lightly packed
2 Tbsp lime juice
1 tsp diced jalapenos (or more if you like it hot)
2 Tbsp corn oil
1/2 c (2 oz) monterey jack cheese, shredded, or cotija cheese, crumbled
salsa

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • 2. Cut tenderloin lengthwise almost in half. Open; lay flat between two pieces of waxed paper. Pound with meat mallet or rolling pin to 1/2-inch thickness.
  • 3. Place garlic, onion, cilantro, lime juice and jalapenos in food processor or blender; cover and process until coarsely chopped. Process, while slowly adding oil, for 10 to 15 seconds or until mixture is almost smooth.
  • 4. Spread half of cilantro mixture over pork loin; top with cheese. Roll up; tie with cotton string. Spread remaining cilantro mixture over the top. Place on rack in roasting pan.
  • 5. Bake for 55 to 60 minutes or until internal temperature of 160 degrees is reached. Cool in pan on wire rack for 5 minutes. Remove string and slice.
  • 6. Serve with salsa.

Obiako Emmanuel
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Wow!


Chan Halder
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This recipe is a keeper. I will definitely be making it again and again.


Miss Mini Mouse
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. It's a perfect dish for a special occasion or a weeknight meal.


ayush mgr
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This is one of my favorite recipes. I make it all the time. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


didier ndaye Ngandu
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This recipe was a bit more time-consuming than I expected, but it was definitely worth it. The pork tenderloin was so tender and juicy, and the stuffing was flavorful and delicious. I would definitely make this again for a special occasion.


KR MEDIA MR MEDIA
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I'm not a big fan of pork, but I really enjoyed this recipe. The cilantro lime pesto was so good that it really made the dish. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who is looking for a new way to cook pork.


Sylheti Gamer ffs
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This dish was so flavorful and delicious. The pork was cooked perfectly and the stuffing was amazing. I would definitely make this again.


Qurban Ali sheikh
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved the stuffed pork tenderloin and raved about the cilantro lime pesto. I will definitely be making this again for future parties.


Yousuf Memon
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The pork tenderloin was cooked perfectly. It was juicy and tender, and the stuffing was moist and flavorful. I would highly recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and impressive meal.


Olivia Aulia
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I love how easy this recipe was to follow. I'm not a very experienced cook, but I was able to make this dish without any problems. The results were delicious!


Aashis Tamang
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This stuffed pork tenderloin was a hit with my family! The cilantro lime pesto was so flavorful and really complemented the tender pork. I will definitely be making this again.


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