Huli Huli Pork
Bring the flavors of Hawaii to your table with this irresistible Huli Huli Pork recipe! Featuring tender, juicy pork tenderloin marinated in a vibrant mix of pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, and aromatic spices, this dish delivers a mouthwatering balance of sweet, tangy, and umami flavors. Grilled to perfection and basted with a rich, caramelized glaze, each bite is elevated further with a garnish of green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and optional grilled pineapple slices. Perfect for a family dinner or an outdoor barbecue, this quick-cooking recipe (ready in under 45 minutes!) pairs beautifully with rice or fresh greens for a tropical-inspired feast. Make this easy, crowd-pleasing recipe your next go-to for summer grilling!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lb Pork tenderloin
- 1 cup Pineapple juice
- 0.5 cup Soy sauce
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Ketchup
- 2 tbsp Rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp Fresh ginger, grated
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp Sesame oil
- 2 tbsp Green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp Toasted sesame seeds
- 4 slices Pineapple slices (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, rice vinegar, grated ginger, minced garlic, and sesame oil to create the marinade.
Place the pork tenderloins in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the pork, making sure it is fully coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F to 400°F). If using a charcoal grill, prepare a two-zone fire for indirect grilling.
Remove the pork from the marinade and set the marinade aside to use as a glaze. Pat the pork dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
Pour the reserved marinade into a small saucepan. Bring it to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly into a glaze.
Place the pork on the preheated grill. Sear on each side for 2-3 minutes to develop grill marks, then move to indirect heat and continue grilling, covered, for 18-20 minutes, turning occasionally and basting with the glaze. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the pork reaches 145°F.
Once cooked, remove the pork from the grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Garnish with chopped green onions, toasted sesame seeds, and optional grilled pineapple slices. Serve hot and enjoy the tropical flavors!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2131 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.0 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.0 g | 65% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 617 mg | 206% | |
| Sodium | 7960 mg | 346% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 184.4 g | 67% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 155.6 g | ||
| Protein | 238.7 g | 477% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 319 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 15.1 mg | 84% | |
| Potassium | 5501 mg | 117% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
