Reverse Seared Pork Tenderloin
Pork tenderloin is one of the most tender, juicy and delicious cuts of pork out there. When prepared correctly, pork tenderloin is one of the most incredible meats in the world.
Ingredients
- 1 Package Pork Tenderloin They usually come in a pack of 2 tenderloins.
- 3-4 Tbsp Your Favorite BBQ Rub I recommend something savory, not sweet for this method.
Instructions
- Buckle up my friends. This is another simple one. Start out by preheating your smoker to 225 degrees F.
- While your smoker is preheating, put a generous layer of your favorite bbq rub on each pork tenderloin. By the time the smoker is ready to go, the rub should be adhered to the meat.
- Place the tenderloins on the smoker, on indirect heat. Let them smoke until the internal temperature reaches about 130 degrees F.
- If you have a direct heat section of the grill, sear the tenderloins for 1-2 minutes on each side, making sure each side gets a good crust without burning. Remove them when the internal temperature of the meat is around 145 degrees F. If you get a good crust and the internal temp isn't up to 145 degrees, put it back on indirect heat until it comes up to temp
- If you don't have a direct heat zone on your grill, sear each side of the tenderloin in a cast iron pan until it has a good crust on each side. If it isn't up to 145 degrees internal temp after you sear it, place it in the oven at 350 degrees until it is. You can also place it back on the smoker on indirect heat until it comes up to temp.
- Let rest for 10-15 minutes under a tent of foil. Slice the tenderloin into about 1/2 inch slices, and enjoy! It is great on its own, on a sandwich, or even on a bed of mashed potatoes.