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Asian Mint Pork Tenderloin

By Derrick Riches, About.com

This pork tenderloin has a sweet and savory flavor. It is perfect as a main course and can be used as a topping for salads or a delicious addition to barbeque beans and chili.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Ingredients:

  • 2 pound pork tenderloin
  • 1/3 cup molasses
  • 1/4 cup fresh spearmint, minced
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, peeled and minced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • vegetable oil

Preparation:

Combine everything except the tenderloin and the vegetable oil. Mix well. Place tenderloin in a large resealable bag. Pour marinade over top. Turn to coat. Refrigerator for 8 hours. Preheat grill and coat grates in vegetable oil. Remove tenderloins from marinade and place on grill over medium high heat. Grill for 20 minutes, turning occasionally. Baste with marinade after 10 minutes then discard remaining marinade. Remove from grill when done, let sit for 5 minutes, then carve into thin slices.
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