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A combination of
sweet and spicy flavor complements this pork
tenderloin...
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SPICE RUB: |
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1½
Tbs |
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curry powder |
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1½
Tbs |
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ground cumin |
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1
Tbs |
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ground ginger |
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1
tsp |
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salt |
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1
tsp |
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freshly ground black pepper |
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½
tsp |
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cayenne pepper
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PORK: |
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Two
16oz. |
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pork
tenderloins |
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olive oil
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APRICOT GINGER SAUCE: |
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20
California |
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dried apricots |
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11
oz |
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can
apricot nectar |
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¾
cup |
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granulated sugar |
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½
cup |
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white vinegar |
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½
cup |
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water |
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1½
Tbs |
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minced fresh ginger |
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1½
tsp |
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Asian chili sauce |
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1 |
Combine
Spice Rub ingredients in a bowl and mix well. |
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2 |
Prepare
grill for indirect medium heat. Brush
tenderloins with olive oil and pat approximately
2 T. of the rub over the surface of each.
Arrange tenderloins on grill rack and close the
lid. |
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3 |
Grill,
turning occasionally, for 20-25 minutes, or
until meat thermometer registers 145°. Remove
tenderloins to a platter and tent with foil. Let
rest for 10 minutes. Slice tenderloins and
arrange on a serving platter. |
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To prepare
sauce, combine all ingredients in a saucepan and
mix well. Bring just to a boil; reduce heat.
Simmer, covered, for 30 minutes, stirring
occasionally. Process the sauce in a blender or
food processor until smooth. |
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5 |
Drizzle
sauce over slices of tenderloin and serve warm. |
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Servings: 6 |
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Cooking Tips |
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*Avoid using Turkish
dried apricots in this recipe, as they lack flavor. |
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