Zippy Paste for Pork Tenderloin
Elevate your pork tenderloin with this bold and flavorful 'Zippy Paste for Pork Tenderloin,' a quick and easy marinade bursting with savory goodness. Made with fresh garlic, rosemary, thyme, Dijon mustard, and a blend of warming spices like paprika and cumin, this paste brings a perfect balance of earthy, citrusy, and zesty notes to every bite. The hint of lemon zest brightens the mixture, while a touch of cayenne pepper adds optional heat for spice lovers. This versatile paste takes just 10 minutes to prepare and can be used to marinate your pork tenderloin before roasting, grilling, or pan-searing. Whether you're planning a flavorful weeknight dinner or impressing guests at your next gathering, this aromatic marinade ensures your pork is infused with maximum flavor in every tender, juicy slice. Optimize your cooking with this marinade and enjoy a restaurant-quality dish right at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves, or crush them into a paste using the back of a knife.
Roughly chop the fresh rosemary and thyme leaves, discarding the woody stems.
In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, chopped herbs, and Dijon mustard.
Add the olive oil, lemon zest, paprika, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using) to the bowl.
Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until a thick paste forms.
Rub the paste generously over the entire surface of the pork tenderloin. Ensure it is evenly coated for maximum flavor.
For best results, let the pork tenderloin marinate with the paste for at least 30 minutes, or refrigerate for up to 4 hours before cooking.
Use the paste-coated pork tenderloin for roasting, grilling, or pan-searing as desired. Adjust cooking times according to your preferred method and ensure the pork tenderloin reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
476 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.1 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4240 mg | 184% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.3 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 63 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 182 mg | 4% | |
*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.
