Chili Rubbed Pork Tenderloin With Apricot Ginger Glaze

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This chili rubbed pork tenderloin with apricot ginger glaze recipe is a delicious and flavorful dish that is sure to impress. The combination of spicy chili rub and sweet apricot ginger glaze creates a perfect balance of flavors. With just a few simple ingredients, this recipe is easy to make yet tastes gourmet. The tender and juicy pork tenderloin pairs perfectly with the tangy and sweet glaze.

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Chili rubbed pork tenderloin with apricot ginger glaze recipe details

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Prepare the dry rub in advance and store in a cool dry place in an airtight container. The apricot glaze can also be made ahead of time and refrigerated until you are ready to use. Serve this flavorful dish with slaw with vinaigrette, grilled potatoes and seasonal fresh fruit.
Ready in: 2 hours 45 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 8

• 2 (1 pound) pork tenderloins, trimmed
• Spice Rub:
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1/2 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• Glaze:
• 1 1/5 cups apricot preserves
• 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
• 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
• 1 lime, juiced

Preparation method

Prep: 20 mins | Cook: 25 mins | Extra time: 2 hours, marinating

1. Place chili powder, garlic powder, sugar, salt and pepper in a jar; shake to blend. Rub spice mixture onto pork tenderloins. Cover tenderloins and refrigerate for 2 to 24 hours.
2. Prior to grilling, melt apricot preserves in saucepan over medium heat. Remove pan from the heat and stir in remaining glaze ingredients. Place half of the glaze in a serving bowl and hold for service.
3. Prepare grill at medium-high heat. Grill pork tenderloins for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 160 degrees F. on an instant-read thermometer.
4. When approximately 4 minutes of cook time remains, brush the pork tenderloins with the apricot glaze remaining in the pan. Cook for 2 minutes, turn the pork tenderloins and brush glaze on other side. Cook for an additional 2 minutes. Remove pork from the grill and let set for about 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with reserved glaze.