Stuffed Pork Tenderloin With Cilantro Lime Pesto |
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Prep Time: 30 Minutes Cook Time: 35 Minutes |
Ready In: 65 Minutes Servings: 4 |
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Cilantro, also known as coriander, is a signature spice in Mexican cooking. In this recipe it combines with lime to add zing to pork tenderloin, a sensational main dish for an elegant dinner. Ingredients:
1 1/2 lbs pork tenderloin |
3 garlic cloves, minced |
1/2 onion, cut into chunks |
1/2 cup loosely packed chopped fresh cilantro |
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice |
1 teaspoon diced jalapeno |
2 tablespoons corn oil |
1/2 cup shredded monterey jack cheese |
green chile picante sauce |
Directions:
1. PREHEAT oven to 400°F.
2. CUT tenderloin lengthwise almost in half.
3. Open; lay flat between two pieces of waxed paper.
4. Pound with meat mallet or rolling pin to 1/2-inch thickness.
5. PLACE garlic, onion, cilantro, lime juice and jalapenos in food processor or blender container; cover.
6. Process until coarsely chopped.
7. Process, while slowly adding corn oil, for 10-15 seconds or until mixture is slightly smooth.
8. Spread half of cilantro mixture over tenderloin; top with cheese.
9. Roll up; secure with string.
10. Spread remaining cilantro mixture over top.
11. Place on rack in roasting pan.
12. BAKE for 55-60 minutes or until internal temperature of 170 F is reached.
13. Cool for 5 minutes.
14. Remove string; slice.
15. Serve with picante sauce.
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