Spicy Pork Tenderloin Pitas
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with these flavorful and satisfying Spicy Pork Tenderloin Pitas! Juicy, spice-rubbed pork tenderloin—seasoned with a bold blend of paprika, chili powder, cumin, and a hint of cayenne—is perfectly seared, roasted, and sliced thin to create the star of these handheld delights. Tucked into warm, fluffy pita bread and layered with crisp lettuce, fresh cucumber, juicy tomatoes, and tangy red onion, each bite is bursting with vibrant textures and bold flavors. A creamy, zesty Greek yogurt sauce infused with lemon and dill ties everything together, adding a refreshing contrast to the smoky heat of the pork. Ready in just 40 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for a satisfying lunch or a crowd-pleasing dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound pork tenderloin
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 4 pieces pita bread
- 1 medium cucumber, sliced
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- 0.5 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 4 pieces lettuce leaves
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with foil.
Trim any excess fat or silver skin from the pork tenderloin and pat it dry with paper towels.
In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, paprika, chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to form a spice rub.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over the pork tenderloin, ensuring it is well coated on all sides.
Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Add a tablespoon of olive oil and sear the pork for 2–3 minutes on each side until browned.
Transfer the skillet to the oven and roast the pork tenderloin for 15–18 minutes, or until it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for at least 5 minutes before slicing it thinly.
While the pork is roasting, prepare the yogurt sauce by mixing the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and fresh dill in a small bowl. Set aside.
Warm the pita bread in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 1–2 minutes per side, or until soft and pliable.
To assemble the pitas, start by spreading a spoonful of the yogurt sauce onto each piece of pita bread.
Layer slices of pork tenderloin, followed by cucumber, tomato, red onion, and a lettuce leaf on top.
Drizzle additional yogurt sauce over the fillings if desired, then fold the pita bread around the ingredients to form a pocket.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Spicy Pork Tenderloin Pitas!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1770 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.6 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 333 mg | 111% | |
| Sodium | 5015 mg | 218% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 166.6 g | 61% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.8 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.9 g | ||
| Protein | 163.6 g | 327% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 465 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 16.7 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 3846 mg | 82% | |
*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.
