WATERMELON-INJECTED GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH WATERMELON SALSA

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Watermelon-Injected Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Watermelon Salsa image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups watermelon, seeded and finely diced
1 finely diced Granny Smith apple
1 red onion, julienned
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 jalapenos, seeded and finely diced
1 bunch fresh cilantro, stemmed
2 tablespoons sugar
2 limes, squeezed
Dash rice wine vinegar
Freshly ground sea salt and black pepper
2 pounds pork tenderloin
3 cups watermelon, seeded and diced
3 jalapenos, seeded and diced
1 tablespoon salt
2 cups sugar
1/4 cup melon liqueur, optional (recommended: Midori)
Freshly ground sea salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • For the salsa: Combine all ingredients in medium mixing bowl and chill until ready to serve.
  • For the tenderloin: Use a sharp knife to trim tenderloin of any fat by removing as much of the silver skin as possible.
  • Combine watermelon and jalapenos in a blender and puree, about 2 to 3 minutes. Strain mixture through fine sieve and return to blender. Add the salt, sugar and melon liqueur (if using) to blender and blend together, about 2 to 3 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of marinade for basting. Draw remaining marinade with syringe injector. Inject pork liberally with marinade. Sprinkle salt and pepper to cover pork. Let marinate while heating the grill.
  • Remove pork from platter and place directly on the flame for direct heat. Roll the pork over the direct heat to give it grill marks. Remove pork from direct heat and place away from the flame to finish cooking. Baste with glaze every 10 to 15 minutes until pork reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees F. Remove from grill to platter and let cool for 5 minutes. Slice into medallions and serve with Watermelon Salsa.

Jon Daniel
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This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good. I think I would use less watermelon juice next time.


HAKIM Jat
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I love this recipe! The pork is always so juicy and tender, and the salsa is a great addition. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make pork dish.


Mahnoor Qureshi
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This recipe is a keeper! The pork was tender and flavorful, and the salsa was the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Non Applicable
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I've made this recipe a few times now and it's always a hit. The pork is always tender and juicy, and the salsa is the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a delicious and easy-to-make por


jasan aspaq
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This is one of my favorite pork tenderloin recipes. The watermelon salsa is so refreshing and flavorful, and it pairs perfectly with the tender pork. I always get rave reviews when I make this dish.


Jada Dennis
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the pork and the salsa. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a crowd-pleasing dish.


Tabi eyong Gilbert
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The pork was tender and juicy, and the salsa was the perfect balance of sweet and spicy. I will definitely be making this again.


Andrea Henne
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I was a bit skeptical about injecting the pork with watermelon juice, but it turned out great! The pork was moist and flavorful, and the salsa was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Teaghan Reimold
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The pork was juicy and flavorful, and the salsa was the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this again!


Yesenia
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I love how the watermelon salsa adds a refreshing sweetness to the pork. It's a great dish for a summer cookout.


Jamsheed Ali Awan
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This recipe was a hit at my last barbecue! The watermelon salsa is a great complement to the tender and juicy pork tenderloin. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a unique and delicious grilled dish.