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Spice-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin

Spice-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin

By Traeger Kitchen

Planking tenderloin helps the smoky flavor permeate the spiced slab of delicious meat.

Prep Time

2 Hours

Cook Time

20 Minutes

Pellets

Alder
Yields: 4 Servings

Ingredients

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2 WholeCedar Planks
1 Teaspoondried oregano
1/2 Teaspoonblack pepper
2 Teaspooncumin
1 Teaspoonancho chile powder
1 Teaspoonsmoked paprika
1 Teaspoonkosher salt
1/4 Teaspoongarlic powder
1 Tablespoonbrown sugar
1/4 Teaspoondry mustard
2 Poundpork tenderloin
As Neededolive oil
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Step

  • Step 1

    Plan ahead! This recipe requires overnight time. Soak the cedar planks in water for at least 2 hours to overnight.

    Ingredients
    • 2 Whole Cedar Planks

  • Step 2

    Mix together all of the dry spices and brown sugar in a small bowl.

    Ingredients
    • 1 Teaspoon dried oregano

    • 1/2 Teaspoon black pepper

    • 2 Teaspoon cumin

    • 1 Teaspoon ancho chile powder

    • 1 Teaspoon smoked paprika

    • 1 Teaspoon kosher salt

    • 1/4 Teaspoon garlic powder

    • 1 Tablespoon brown sugar

    • 1/4 Teaspoon dry mustard

  • Step 3

    Lightly drizzle the tenderloins with olive oil and rub with the spice mixture. Let sit for 30 minutes.

    Ingredients
    • 2 Pound pork tenderloin

    • As Needed olive oil

  • Step 4

    When ready to cook, turn temperature to 350 degrees F and preheat, lid closed, for 10 to 15 minutes.

  • Step 5

    Place the soaked cedar planks on the grill, close lid, and allow to heat for 3 minutes. Flip the planks and place a pork tenderloin on the heated side of each plank.

  • Step 6

    Grill the tenderloins for 15 to 20 minutes or until the internal temperature registers 145 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer.

  • Step 7

    Tent the tenderloins with foil and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

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