Mojo Pork Tenderloin

After enjoying some super tasty Mojo Pork Sandwiches in Puerto Rico, I really wanted to make them at home. The marinade makes the pork super flavorful and really tender, just like the ones I had. I use this recipe for easy sandwiches all week or for a special dinners. It's got a great mix of flavors and feels just like the incredible food I had in Puerto Rico.

Ingredients:

•Pork tenderloin

•1 orange

•1 lime

•1/4 cup olive oil

•6 smashed garlic cloves

•Salt and cracked pepper, to taste

•1 TB oregano

•1/4 cup chopped cilantro

•Crushed red pepper, to taste

Equipment:

•Large bowl

•Skillet

•Baking sheet

•Meat thermometer (recommended)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Mojo Marinade: •Juice the orange and lime into a large bowl.

•Add olive oil, smashed garlic cloves, salt, cracked pepper, oregano, chopped cilantro, and crushed red pepper to the bowl. Mix well to combine.

2. Marinate the Pork: Place the pork tenderloin into the marinade, ensuring it is fully coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight for optimal flavor.

3. Searing the Pork: •Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat.

•Remove the pork tenderloin from the marinade and shake off excess. Keep the marinade for later use.

•Sear both sides of the pork tenderloins in a skillet until brown and a nice crust develops. This should take about 2-3 minutes per side.

4. Baking the Pork: •Preheat the oven to 400°F.

•Place the seared pork tenderloins on a baking sheet.

•Brush the tenderloins with some of the reserved marinade.

•Bake in the preheated oven until the internal temperature reaches 145°F. This should take around 20-30 minutes.

5. Rest and Serve: •Once the pork reaches the desired temperature, remove it from the oven.

•Tent the pork with aluminum foil and allow it to rest for about 5-10 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute and the meat to become tender and juicy.

Note: •For most accurate cooking, use a leave-in meat thermometer. Insert it before baking and monitor the temperature throughout cooking.