Cocoa-Crusted Pork Tenderloin

Ingredients

Steps

• 1

  With a paring knife, remove the silver skin and connective tissue from the loin. In a small mixing bowl, combine the remaining ingredients, making paste. Rub the paste on the pork loin, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

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  Ingredients

  • 1 pork tenderloin

  • 1/2 Teaspoon Fennel, ground

  • 2 Teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 1 Teaspoon smoked paprika

  • 1/2 Teaspoon kosher salt

  • 1/2 Teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 Tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

• 2

  When ready to cook, set temperature to High and preheat, lid closed for 15 minutes.

  Grill: 450 ˚F

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• 3

  Place the loin on the front of the grill and sear it on all sides. After it has been seared, reduce the temperature to 350°F and move the pork to the center of the grill.

  Grill: 350 ˚F

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• 4

  Continue to cook for 10- 15 minutes, or until it has reached an internal meat temp of 145°F for medium to medium well.

  Probe: 145 ˚F

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• 5

  Once it has cooked, remove it from the grill and let rest for at least 8 to 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with green onions. Enjoy!

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  Ingredients

  • 3 green onions, thinly sliced