Asian Pork Tenderloin

This Asian Pork Tenderloin is marinated in a flavorful sauce and grilled to juicy perfection in just 30 minutes, making it an easy and delicious dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights and sure to impress the whole family.

This tender, juicy grilled pork tenderloin is so amazing on the grill! It’s marinated in an easy Asian Marinade for pork tenderloin that gives it so much flavor. I love that I can whip up this marinade in the morning and let my pork tenderloins marinate while I’m busy all day then grill them for dinner. They are on and off the grill in 30 minutes. That’s my kind of meal!

There are a lot of different Asian pork tenderloin recipes out there, but I do think this one is the best. While I pair them with grilled vegetables and sweet potatoes to make it a meal right on the grill, you can cook up just about any sides to go with the pork.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• You can finally say goodby to dry and chewy pork. These grilled tenderloins are juicy and delicious with so much flavor.
• The savory marinade is made with pantry staples. I bet the only thing you need to pick up from the grocery store is the tenderloin!
• If you add the loins to the marinade before marinade before you head to work for the day, supper won’t take long once you get home for the evening.

Ingredients for Asian Pork Tenderloin

• Pork tenderloin – Don’t confuse this with pork loin. Pork tenderloin is long, narrow and always boneless, while pork loin is generally wider and flatter and might be bone-in. They are not interchangeable.
• Honey – Offers a sweetness and subtle flavor to the Asian pork marinade.
• Brown sugar – Will caramelize when grilling.
• Soy sauce – Adds the umami flavor we know and love. Soy sauce is also great for tenderizing the meat.
• Seasonings – Ground ginger and garlic powder are added to the marinade to really boost the flavor of the pork tenderloin.

How To Make Asian Pork Tenderloin

In a resealable plastic bag mix together honey, brown sugar, soy sauce, ground ginger and garlic powder. Reserve half of this marinade and set aside.

Add pork tenderloin to bag with remaining marinade. Seal bag and place in refrigerator for at least 4 hours and up to 8 hours.

Place tenderloins on preheated grill for 30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit. Rotate the tenderloins every 10 minutes and baste with marinade you set aside.

Remove from grill and cover with foil. Let rest 10 minutes to let juices redistribute.

Storage and Reheating

Fridge: Store leftover Asian pork tenderloin in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Freezer: Freeze leftover tenderloin, once cool, in a single layer on a parchment lined baking sheet before storing it in a freezer bag. Thaw overnight in the fridge or reheat from frozen.

To reheat, add a bit of water to a pan for moisture and heat covered on the stovetop until hot throughout.

Can I Bake Asian Pork Tenderloin in the Oven?

You can always bake these on a baking sheet in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit.

Can I Make Pork Tenderloin Ahead And Freeze?

Freeze uncooked pork in a bag with marinade. Transfer the reserved marinade to a freezer container and freeze. To use, remove bag and container from freezer and place in refrigerator overnight to thaw tenderloins and marinade. Grill as directed.

Pork tenderloin is a great way to feed a crowd for any get together like game day or a cookout. Everyone will love the flavor as well as how juicy this cut of pork is.

How To Serve Asian Pork Tenderloin

Offer a side of rice or whip up a batch of BBQ Baked Beans On the Grill to serve alongside your pork tenderloin. Round out the meal with Grilled Cheesy Garlic Pull Apart Bread.

Grilled Bacon Wrapped Asparagus is always a good idea as an appetizer or part of a delicious grilled meal as well. Grilled Cauliflower is another favorite grilled side dish in our house.

More Great Pork Recipes

• Our versatile Pork Marinade is simply the best and adds so much flavor to your favorite cuts of pork whether you’re doing meal prep or feeding a crowd.
• Ranch seasoning offers a unique flavor to our Ranch Grilled Pork Loin. You only need 3 ingredients to make this dish loaded with flavor.
• Homemade barbecue marinated BBQ Pork Loin is grilled to sticky-sweet perfection every single time.
• Sweet and savory garlic honey glaze makes Grilled Honey Garlic Pork Chops burst with flavor. They are simple enough for the family meal on a busy weeknight but also so flavorful and perfect for feeding a crowd.