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Well now, let me tell ya, makin’ a marinade for that pork tenderloin ain’t too hard, not at all. We’re gonna use some orange juice, ’cause that stuff is sweet and makes the meat nice and tender. You just gotta get yourself some good oranges, or even the juice from a bottle if you’re feelin’ lazy. Ain’t no shame in that.
First thing, you wanna squeeze out that juice. Now, I ain’t got fancy gadgets, so I just use my hands. Make sure to catch any seeds, ’cause nobody likes chewin’ on them, do they? You can also add some zest from the orange skin for a bit more flavor. Just take a grater and scrape off some of that colorful outer skin, but don’t go too deep, or you’ll hit the bitter white part.
Now, let’s mix in some other goodies. Get yourself a carrot, nice and crunchy, and grate it up. This gives the marinade a bit of sweetness and color, too. Then, find some fresh cilantro. You can chop it real fine or just toss in whole leaves if you ain’t got time to fuss. It adds a nice herby taste, trust me.
Next, we need some ginger. I usually just take a piece of fresh ginger and grate it up. It’s got that zing that really wakes up the flavor. And don’t forget garlic! You can use a clove or two, minced up good. It brings a whole different level to the marinade.
If you like it spicy, grab a jalapeño pepper. Just one will do, and chop it up nice and small. If you don’t want it too hot, you can take out the seeds and ribs before choppin’.
Now, let’s put this all together! In a big bowl, mix your orange juice, grated carrot, chopped cilantro, ginger, minced garlic, and jalapeño. Give it a good stir. You want it all combined, so those flavors can mingle. You can also add a pinch of salt and pepper if you want, but that’s up to ya.
Now, time to marinate that pork tenderloin! Take your meat and place it in a dish or a big ziplock bag. Pour that marinade all over the pork. Make sure it’s covered well. The longer it sits, the better it gets. I usually let it soak for a few hours, but overnight is even better if you can wait. Just pop it in the fridge so it stays fresh.
When you’re ready to cook, take that tenderloin out and let it come to room temperature for a bit. Then, you can grill it, bake it, or even pan-sear it. Just make sure it gets nice and cooked through. You want it to reach about 145°F on a meat thermometer, so it’s safe to eat.
After it’s cooked, let it rest for a few minutes before slicing. This helps keep the juices in, so it don’t dry out. When you cut it, slice it against the grain for the tenderest bites. Serve it up with some veggies or rice, and there ya go! A delicious meal that’s got a bit of everything – sweet, spicy, and savory.
So, there ya have it! An orange juice marinade for your pork tenderloin. Simple as pie, ain’t it? Give it a try and watch everyone gobble it up!
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