Oriental Bar-B-Que Pork Tenderloin

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A savory, smoky, and ginger-infused pork tenderloin glazed with a rich Asian-style barbecue sauce.
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Oriental Bar-B-Que Pork Tenderloin

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 1897.9

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This Oriental Bar-B-Que Pork Tenderloin is a standout dish that marries the tenderness of slow-smoked pork with bold, aromatic Asian flavors. The marinade combines salty soy sauce, nutty toasted sesame oil, pungent garlic, and fresh ginger to penetrate the meat deeply, ensuring every bite is flavorful. After smoking for hours to achieve a perfect smoke ring and fall-apart texture, the tenderloin is sliced and served with a warm, glossy barbecue glaze. Its an impressive yet approachable meal perfect for weekend gatherings, family dinners, or potlucks. The balance of sweet, savory, and spicy notes makes it a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with steamed rice, stir-fried vegetables, or simple coleslaw.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Trim excess fat and silver skin from the pork tenderloins to ensure even cooking and prevent burning.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, garlic, ground ginger, and MSG (if using). Whisk until the ginger is fully dispersed and the mixture is smooth.
  3. Place the pork tenderloins in a large resealable bag or a deep dish. Pour the marinade over the pork, ensuring all pieces are well-coated. Seal or cover and refrigerate for 6 to 8 hours, or overnight for deeper flavor.
  4. Prepare your smoker or grill for indirect heat at approximately 225F (107C) (121C)to 250F. Add wet wood chips or chunks to the firebox or charcoal for smoke flavor.
  5. Remove pork from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Discard the used marinade.
  6. Place the pork tenderloins on the grill grates away from direct heat. Close the lid and smoke for approximately 6 to 8 hours, maintaining temperature, until the internal temperature reaches 195F to 205F (96C) for tender, shreddable meat.
  7. While the pork smokes, prepare the glaze. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the bottled barbecue sauce, remaining soy sauce, remaining sesame oil, and the last minced garlic clove. Simmer gently for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, to blend flavors.
  8. Remove the cooked pork from the grill and let it rest for 10 minutes.
  9. Slice the pork tenderloins against the grain into thick slices or shred if desired.
  10. Serve the pork warm, drizzled generously with the Oriental barbecue glaze.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1897.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 68.9g106%
Saturated Fat 18.5g93%
Cholesterol 671.9mg224%
Sodium 5044.2mg211%
Total Carbohydrate 36.9g13%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g11%
Sugars 1.6g
Protein 249.0g499%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: barbecue, pork tenderloin, oriental, asian, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, smoked pork, grilled pork, marinade, bbq sauce, smoking, glazed pork, weeknight dinner, family meal, savory, tender
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