Honey Garlic Dijon Pork Tenderloin Marinade

Square overhead shot of a marinated grilled pork tenderloin on a blue and white platter.

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Honey Garlic Dijon Pork Tenderloin Marinade

A simple pork tenderloin marinade for grilling or for roasting in the oven!

Course Dinner

Cuisine American

Keyword best marinade for pork tenderloin, Pork Marinade, Pork Tenderloin Marinade, pork tenderloin marinade for grilling, simple pork tenderloin marinade

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Marinating Time 8

Total Time 8 40

Servings servings

Calories 389kcal

Author Blair Lonergan

Ingredients

1 pork tenderloin (about 1 lb.)
½ cup honey
½ cup Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons soy sauce (or substitute with tamari or coconut aminos for gluten-free option)
1 tablespoon minced garlic
Leaves from 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, minced (can substitute with about ½ teaspoon dried rosemary)
Leaves from 2 sprigs fresh thyme, minced (can substitute with about ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
Kosher salt and ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

PREPARE THE MARINADE

In a bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, garlic, rosemary, and thyme.

MARINATE THE PORK

Season pork on all sides with salt and pepper, to taste.
Place pork in a large zip-top plastic bag. Pour half of the marinade over the pork and toss to coat. Seal the bag and refrigerate the pork in the marinade for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours. Rotate the pork occasionally so that the marinade touches all sides. Set aside the remaining ½ of the marinade in a separate bowl, cover, and refrigerate for later.

GRILL THE PORK (PREFERRED METHOD)

Remove pork from the marinade and allow to come to room temperature while you heat the grill. Discard bag with the marinade.
Heat the grill to medium heat. Place pork on the grill and cover. Cook for about 12-15 minutes, turning every few minutes, until pork reaches an internal temperature of 140°F - 145°F. Allow pork to rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with reserved marinade.

ALTERNATE OVEN METHOD

Remove pork from the marinade and place in a baking dish that has been coated with cooking spray. Discard bag with the marinade. Allow pork to come to room temperature while you preheat the oven.
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
Remove cover, brush with reserved marinade, and place under the broiler for about 5 minutes (or until a crispy crust forms on top), and pork reaches an internal temperature of 140°F - 145°F. Remove from oven and allow pork to rest for about 10 minutes before slicing. Serve with reserved marinade.

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Notes

A single pork tenderloin is typically just 1 lb. of meat, making it an appropriate amount of food for 2-4 people (depending on the size of your appetite). If you’re feeding a larger family of 4-5, add a second tenderloin to the marinade. You should have enough marinade for both pieces of meat.

Use a meat thermometer to ensure that your tenderloin is cooked perfectly every single time. The total cooking time will vary depending on the size and thickness of your pork, as well as the temperature of your grill.

Tent the tenderloin with aluminum foil and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving. This allows the juices to redistribute.

Enjoy this simple marinade on chicken or pork chops, too.

Garnish the cooked meat with fresh lemons, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, or chopped fresh herbs for a bright, flavorful finishing touch.

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