Mango Habanero Pork Tenderloin with Cuban Guacamole
Spice up your dinner table with this bold and flavorful Mango Habanero Pork Tenderloin with Cuban Guacamole! Tender, juicy pork is seared to perfection and coated in a sweet-and-spicy mango habanero glaze made with fresh mango, fiery habanero pepper, and a touch of honey. Roasted to completion, the pork is paired with a creamy, citrusy Cuban guacamole featuring mashed avocados, diced cherry tomatoes, zesty lime, and aromatic cilantro. This tantalizing recipe perfectly balances heat and sweetness, while the refreshing guacamole provides a vibrant, cooling complement. Ready in just 45 minutes, this dish is an impressive yet approachable option for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve with extra glaze for a punch of flavor in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb pork tenderloin
- 1 large mango
- 1 small habanero pepper
- 2 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 medium ripe avocados
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
- 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
- 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp pepper
- 0.5 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp lime zest
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Prepare the mango habanero glaze: Peel and dice the mango, then blend it in a food processor along with the habanero pepper, honey, 1 tablespoon of lime juice, soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and garlic until smooth. Set aside.
Season the pork tenderloin with salt, pepper, and cumin. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork on all sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Brush the mango habanero glaze generously over the pork tenderloin, reserving some for later. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, or until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). Baste the pork with more glaze halfway through cooking.
While the pork roasts, prepare the Cuban guacamole: In a medium bowl, mash the avocados with a fork. Stir in the remaining 2 tablespoons of lime juice, lime zest, red onion, cherry tomatoes, cilantro, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Serve the pork tenderloin alongside the Cuban guacamole. Optionally, drizzle additional glaze over the pork slices for extra flavor.
Enjoy your Mango Habanero Pork Tenderloin with Cuban Guacamole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
462 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.3 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 77 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 1167 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.6 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.7 g | ||
| Protein | 31.2 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 42 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1176 mg | 25% | |
*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.
