Adobo-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Black Bean Pico de Gallo
Makes 4 servings
- 6 Tbsp. paprika
- 2 Tbsp. freshly ground black pepper
- 2 Tbsp. coarse salt
- 1 Tbsp. chili powder
- 2 Tbsp. brown sugar
- 3 pinches cayenne pepper
- 24-oz. pork tenderloin, trimmed, cut into 3 to 4-oz. pieces
- 2 cups cooked black beans
- 4 medium tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 Tbsp. jalapeño pepper, minced
- 2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp. chili powder
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Mix paprika, black pepper, salt, chili powder, sugar, and cayenne together. Rub both sides of each tenderloin piece with the spice mixture.
- Pan-sear the pork until it is golden brown on both sides, then transfer to the oven until done (6 to 8 minutes for each inch of thickness).
- To make the pico de gallo, mix the rest of the ingredients. Slice the pork into rounds (medallions) and served the pico de gallo on top.
Wine Pairing: Folie a Deux Menage a Trois Red recipe from: Cooking with Chef Brian Keegan |
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