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Gochujang Grilled Pork Tenderloin
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Gochujang Grilled Pork Tenderloin

Gochujang, when paired with tender pork and the umami richness of soy sauce and sesame oil, creates a marinade that penetrates deep into the meat while building layers of flavour that is unforgettable.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup gochujang sauce
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp coconut/palm sugar
  • 2 pork tenderloins, skinned

To serve

  • cooked jasmine rice
  • scallions, thinly sliced
  • cilantro sprigs or flat-leaf parsley
  • toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

Marinate the pork

  • In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together gochujang sauce, soy sauce, sesame oil, vinegar and sugar.
  • Pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add the tenderloins and squish the bag to mix ingredients. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1-2 hours.
  • Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Remove pork from marinade (reserving marinade) and grill for 15-25 minutes, turning occasionally with tongs.
  • Cook until the internal temperature reaches 160°F in the thickest part. Remove from grill and let rest for 10 minutes.
  • While pork is resting, pour marinade into a saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Boil for a minimum of 5 minutes, reduce heat, and simmer until thickened slightly, coats the back of a spoon, and has a glaze-like appearance.
  • Slice pork and serve over cooked rice. Drizzle sauce over the top and garnish with scallions, fresh herbs and sesame seeds. Serve extra sauce on the side.