Don't be put off by the ingredient list, as you probably have most of these on hand and it only takes a few minutes to coat the tenderloin. This will serve 4 easily. It goes well with brown rice and a green vegetable, such as steamed broccoli.
Ingredients:
2 large garlic cloves
1 jalapeno or 1 tsp minced pickled jalapeno
1 green onion
2 tbsps coarsely chopped parsley
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp paprika
2 tsps brown sugar
2 tsps ground ginger
2 tsps cinnamon
1 tsp salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/8 tsp ground nutmeg
2 pork tenderloins, each about 3/4 lb (375 grams)
Directions:
1. Slice garlic cloves in half. Core and seed jalapeno, then coarsley chop. Slice onion. Place in food processor. Add parsley, lime juice, paprika and seasonings. Pulse until paste forms, scraping down sides as needed. Rub evenly over pork. Place on a plate. Cover with a bowl so that coating won't be disturbed. Refrigerate at least one hour, preferrably overnight.
2. Preheat oven to 350F. Place tenderloins in a roasting pan and cook for about 25 minutes, or until a meat thermometer reads 155F. Allow to rest in pan on stove top for 5 minutes before slicing.
