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Grilled Pork Tenderloin (7-6-5 Method)

A GREAT tip on how to grill pork tenderloin. You'll never go back to baking it after you try the 7-6-5 method. This seasoning method produces a super flavorful tenderloin, too.
5 from 10 votes
Yield: 4 servings
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:20 minutes
Total Time:30 minutes
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Ingredients
 

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/4 pounds pork tenderloin

Instructions
 

  1. Preheat the grill to 450°F degrees.
  2. Combine the garlic powder, dried oregano, ground cumin, ground coriander, ground thyme, and salt in a small bowl. Rub the seasoning on all sides of the pork tenderloin (just until it's covered; you won't use all the seasoning), pressing so the seasoning adheres. Tip: Place remaining seasoning in an air-tight container to use on chicken or pork in the future.
  3. Place your seasoned tenderloin on the grill and let it sizzle with the lid shut for 7 minutes.
  4. Flip and shut the lid. Then, let it cook for 5-6 more minutes.
  5. Now turn the heat off, and leave the lid closed for 4-5 minutes. Tip: According to the USDA, the pork tenderloin needs to reach 145 degrees internally to be safe to eat. So we recommend using a meat thermometer inserted at the thickest part at this point to check that it’s 140-145°F, as it will carry-over cook while resting.
  6. Remove tenderloin from heat and let rest for 7-8 minutes before slicing.

Freezer Instructions

Freeze For Later: Follow step 2. Seal the seasoned pork in a gallon-sized freezer bag. Squeeze out any excess air, seal, and freeze.
Prepare From Frozen: Thaw completely (use one of these safe thawing methods). Grill according to recipe directions.

Notes/Tips

  • Sodium Note: Some pork tenderloin is injected with additives, including sodium. Always read the ingredients and look for one without any additives. If yours does have sodium in it, I would significantly reduce the salt in this recipe.
  • You want want to try our Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin or Oven Roasted Pork Tenderloin methods instead.
  • We get our meat from ButcherBox*. The pork is heritage-raised with no hormones or antibiotics and is absolutely delicious! We highly recommend this service to source DELICIOUS and HEALTHY meat--like grass-fed beef, organic chicken, wild salmon, and uncured bacon--and have used it for years ourselves. 

Nutrition

Calories: 178 kcal (9%) | Carbohydrates: 1 g | Protein: 30 g (60%) | Fat: 5 g (8%) | Cholesterol: 92 mg (31%) | Sodium: 657 mg (29%) | Fiber: 1 g (4%) | Sugar: 0.1 g
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Author: Polly Conner