Best 6 Tropical Sweet And Spicy Pork Tenderloin Recipes

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**Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to the tropics with our tantalizing Tropical Sweet and Spicy Pork Tenderloin recipe!** Embark on a flavor-filled adventure as we guide you through the steps of creating this delectable dish that harmoniously blends sweet and spicy notes. But that's not all; this article is a treasure trove of culinary delights, featuring a collection of enticing recipes that will transport you to a tropical paradise. From the vibrant Tropical Fruit Salsa to the refreshing Pineapple Coconut Rice, each recipe is a celebration of tropical flavors that will leave you craving more. So, get ready to embark on a taste-bud tantalizing expedition with our Tropical Sweet and Spicy Pork Tenderloin and its accompanying tropical recipes.

**Recipes included in the article:**

1. **Tropical Sweet and Spicy Pork Tenderloin:** The star of the show, this tantalizing dish features succulent pork tenderloin marinated in a blend of tropical spices, creating a symphony of sweet and spicy flavors that will have you coming back for more.

2. **Tropical Fruit Salsa:** A vibrant and refreshing salsa that bursts with the flavors of mango, pineapple, and papaya, adding a pop of color and freshness to your pork tenderloin.

3. **Pineapple Coconut Rice:** A delightful side dish that combines the tropical sweetness of pineapple and the creamy richness of coconut milk, creating a harmonious balance of flavors that complements the pork tenderloin perfectly.

4. **Tropical Green Beans:** A simple yet flavorful dish that features green beans tossed in a zesty tropical vinaigrette, adding a touch of greenery and a burst of tangy flavor to your meal.

5. **Tropical Fruit Kabobs:** A fun and colorful way to enjoy a variety of tropical fruits, these kabobs can be grilled or baked and served as a refreshing appetizer or a tropical dessert.

Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will transport you to a tropical paradise, tantalizing your taste buds with every bite!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

ISLAND GLAZED PORK TENDERLOIN



Island Glazed Pork Tenderloin image

Enjoy this easy, juicy, 30-minute Island Glazed Pork Tenderloin with a sweet and spicy island-inspired glaze! The flavors of cinnamon, cumin, chili powder, garlic, brown sugar, and a little bit of heat all come together in one delightfully delicious glaze over tender, melt-in-your-mouth pork tenderloin.

Provided by Tiffany

Categories     Main Course

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 - 1 ½ pounds pork tenderloin ((two small or one medium-large tenderloin))
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon black pepper
¾ cup brown sugar
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon sriracha sauce ((see note), OR hot sauce )

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Drizzle an oven-safe pan or skillet (such as a cast-iron skillet) with the olive oil and preheat on the stove over medium-high heat til the oil is hot. (See notes for alternative cooking option)
  • Whisk together all rub ingredients. Sprinkle the rub mixture all over the tenderloin and use your fingers to massage into the meat.
  • Place tenderloin in skillet and allow to brown for 3-4 minutes, turning the meat throughout to sear on all sides.
  • Mix the glaze ingredients together and spread mixture over the tenderloin. Transfer to preheated oven and bake for about 20 minutes until cooked through.
  • Cut tenderloin into 1-inch thick slices. Use a spoon to drizzle the glaze from the pan all over the tenderloin just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 566 kcal, Carbohydrate 42 g, Protein 59 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 184 mg, Sodium 1331 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 40 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SWEET AND SPICY ASIAN PORK TENDERLOIN IN THE INSTANT POT®



Sweet and Spicy Asian Pork Tenderloin in the Instant Pot® image

This recipe comes together in a snap, and it all cooks in the Instant Pot®! Make a rub that will give a hint of smokiness, cook your tenderloins in a matter of minutes, then finish with a glaze for drizzling and dipping that is Asian-inspired spicy and sweet!

Provided by Bibi

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1 teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon white pepper
2 (1 pound) pork tenderloins, silver skins removed
1 ¾ cups chicken broth
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon avocado oil
½ cup no-sugar-added apricot preserves
2 teaspoons sambal oelek, or to taste
2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Turn on an 8-quart multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®), select Saute function, and allow to preheat.
  • Combine paprika, salt, ground ginger, and white pepper in a small bowl. Rub tenderloins on all sides with the mixture.
  • Combine chicken broth, soy sauce, and rice vinegar in a separate bowl; you should have 2 cups, the recommended amount of cooking liquid in an 8-quart pot. Check your owner's manual for recommended liquid amount for other sizes and adjust accordingly.
  • Pour avocado oil into the Instant Pot® and heat until shimmering. Add tenderloins to brown, about 2 minutes per side. Remove tenderloins to a plate, add liquid mixture to the pot, and scrape the browned bits from the bottom of the pot, stirring all together. Turn off Saute function.
  • Place a rack or trivet into the Instant Pot® and place tenderloins on the rack. Close and lock the lid and set vent to Sealing. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 1 minute. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Let pork cook until internal temperature reaches 135 to 140 degrees F (57 to 60 degrees C). Place tenderloins on a cutting board and cover with foil to rest while you make the glaze. Internal temperature should rise to 145 degrees F (63 degrees C). Remove about 3 tablespoons of cooking liquid and set aside.
  • Select Saute function and bring remaining cooking liquid in the pot to a boil. Allow to reduce to about 1 cup, 3 to 10 minutes, depending on how much liquid was used for the size of the pot. Add preserves, sambal oelek, grated ginger, garlic, and sesame oil; cook for about 2 minutes.
  • Create a slurry of the reserved 3 tablespoons cooking liquid and cornstarch in a small bowl. Continue cooking on the Saute function and add the slurry, stirring constantly until the liquid comes to a boil and thickens slightly. Pour glaze carefully into a container.
  • Slice the pork, drizzle with glaze, sprinkle with sesame seeds, and garnish with cilantro. Serve warm with additional glaze for dipping, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 154.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.6 g, Cholesterol 50.4 mg, Fat 5.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 18.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 882.5 mg, Sugar 6 g

SWEET AND SOUR PORK TENDERLOIN



Sweet and Sour Pork Tenderloin image

Provided by Food Network

Time 4h15m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 pounds pork tenderloin, silver skins removed
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 20 oz. can pineapple chunks in juice, drained, juice reserved, pineapple set aside
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
2 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced

Steps:

  • 1. Season tenderloins with salt and pepper.
  • 2. Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat and brown tenderloins on all sides. Place in crock.
  • 3. In small bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, tomato paste and cornstarch. Pour over pork tenderloin. 4. Cover and cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 6 hours or until internal temperature reaches at least 160 degrees Fahrenheit for medium doneness.
  • 5. Remove cover and stir in pineapple chunks.
  • 6. Cover and cook on HIGH for 15-30 minutes until pineapple is heated through.
  • 7. Slice pork and serve with sauce and pineapple.
  • 8. Garnish with minced parsley.
  • 9. Serve over hot, cooked rice if desired.

SWEET AND SPICY GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN



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This is my absolute favorite marinade for pork tenderloin. It is simple, sweet, warm flavors and a little spice with some red pepper. Just marinade in a large baggie anywhere from 4-8 hours and grill. You can use an indoor grill, but I prefer outdoor.

Provided by SarasotaCook

Categories     Pork

Time 8h15m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pork tenderloin (12 oz each)
6 tablespoons brown sugar
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped fine (parsley can be substituted)
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or to taste)
1/4 cup olive oil
12 garlic cloves, just crushed and a rough chop
2 teaspoons mustard, dried and ground
2 teaspoons ground ginger
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 cup soy sauce

Steps:

  • Marinade -- In a large baggie add all the ingredients, close and shake well. Add the pork tenderloins and let marinade.
  • Grill -- Let set at room temp 20-30 minutes to take the chill off and then grill. After grilling cover and rest 5-10 minutes. Slice and enjoy.

SPICY PORK TENDERLOIN



Spicy Pork Tenderloin image

A friend shared this recipe for marvelously flavorful pork years ago. It really sparks up a barbecue and has been popular whenever I've served it. I guarantee you'll get many requests for the recipe. -Diana Steger, Prospect, Kentucky

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 to 3 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pork tenderloins (about 1 pound each)

Steps:

  • Combine the first five ingredients; rub over tenderloins. Cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours. , Grill, covered over medium-hot indirect heat for 25-40 minutes or until thermometer reads 160°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 63mg cholesterol, Sodium 350mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SWEET-AND-SPICY PORK TENDERLOIN



Sweet-And-Spicy Pork Tenderloin image

Not sure where I picked this up from, but here's the quote that it came with: Says Alexander: "When people hear that I'm a "healthy chef," they often assume I'm a vegetarian, which, to anyone who knows me, is a ridiculous notion. I love meat ... all kinds, really, but this pork roast is of my favorites. In fact, my friend Marjorie and I made this roast one night and we loved it so much we wanted to eat the whole thing. When cooked right, this is as tender as can be."

Provided by Eris4752

Categories     Pork

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon ground chipotle chile pepper
1 1/4 lbs pork tenderloin, trimmed of visible fat
1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons hot pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Lightly mist a small roasting pan or ovenproof skillet with olive oil spray. Set aside.
  • In a small bowl, combine the cumin, cinnamon, salt, black pepper, allspice, garlic powder, and chipotle pepper.
  • Rub the pork evenly with the olive oil. Then rub evenly with the spice mixture until coated. Cover loosely with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the honey, garlic, and hot-pepper sauce. Whisk to mix. Set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Set a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until it is hot enough for a spritz of water to sizzle on it. With an oven mitt, briefly remove the pan from the heat to lightly mist with olive oil spray. Place the pork in the pan. Cook for 1 minute per side, or until browned on all sides.
  • Transfer to the prepared pan. With a basting brush, evenly coat the pork with the reserved honey mixture. Roast the tenderloin in the oven for 16 to 18 minutes, or until a thermometer inserted in the center reaches 160°F and the juices run clear.
  • Remove from the oven. Cover the pork loosely with aluminum foil. Let stand for 10 minutes. Transfer the pork to a cutting board. Holding a knife at a 45° angle, cut into thin slices. Serve immediately.

Tips:

  • Use a sharp knife to ensure clean, even slices of pork tenderloin.
  • Tenderize the pork tenderloin using a meat mallet or the back of a knife to ensure even cooking and maximum tenderness.
  • Marinate the pork tenderloin for at least 30 minutes to infuse it with flavor and prevent dryness.
  • Sear the pork tenderloin over high heat to create a flavorful crust and lock in the juices.
  • Reduce the heat to medium and continue cooking the pork tenderloin until it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) for medium-rare, or 160°F (71°C) for medium.
  • Let the pork tenderloin rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing to allow the juices to redistribute, resulting in a more tender and flavorful dish.
  • Serve the pork tenderloin with a variety of dipping sauces, such as mango chutney, sweet chili sauce, or a simple mixture of honey and soy sauce.

Conclusion:

This tropical sweet and spicy pork tenderloin recipe is a delightful fusion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. The combination of sweet pineapple, tangy orange juice, and spicy chili peppers creates a harmonious balance of flavors that complements the tender and juicy pork. Whether you're hosting a special occasion dinner or simply looking for a weeknight meal that packs a flavorful punch, this recipe is sure to impress. By following the tips and tricks provided, you can elevate your cooking skills and create a dish that will leave your guests asking for seconds.

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