In this interesting article, the author quickly discusses teriyaki pork tenderloin, and even gives an overview of how to cook it. They also give some general instructions on how to make a classic Asian sauce.
The author then promises a follow-up article with more in-depth instructions on making the sauce. As with most articles on cooking, this one would be of interest to those who are looking for new recipes as well as tips from experienced cooks. The article is written for people who have never attempted teriyaki before and want a simple introduction to cooking it at home.
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Marinated teriyaki pork tenderloin
As with any other meat, teriyaki pork tenderloin is often marinated in preparation for grilling or frying. The marinating process adds flavor to the meat and helps the meat cook faster. For this dish, I’m using pork tenderloin which has been marinated in a teriyaki sauce. The sauces used for this recipe uses brown sugar along with soy sauce and pineapple juice. It’s important to use pineapple juice instead of water as it adds a nice sweet taste to the marinade.
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Ingredient for Marinated teriyaki pork tenderloin
- One small pork tenderloin – 400 grams
Marinade:
- 1 cup pineapple juice 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Toppings:
- Shredded carrots or lettuce 1 red bell pepper.
- Julienned 1 avocado.
- Sliced 1/4 cup mayonnaise (optional).
- 3 pieces of gyoza or potstickers (optional).
For the pork: Place the pork tenderloin in a plastic zip-lock bag. Pour marinade over pork and marinate for at least 10 minutes. Remove pork from the bag and grill on high heat for 5 minutes on each side.
Marinated teriyaki pork tenderloin
Instructions for marinated teriyaki pork tenderloin
- Marinate pork with pineapple juice, soy sauce, and brown sugar. Grill on one side for 5 minutes then grill the other side for 5 minutes. Slice after 5 minutes of rest.
- For toppings: Shredded carrots or lettuce, julienned red bell pepper and sliced avocado doused in cilantro and sesame seed oil would be a very nice compliment to this dish! Also, use mayonnaise as a topping as well if you desire.
Tips & Tricks for marinated teriyaki pork tenderloin
- To cook the pork tenderloin, I used a Maillard grill pan.
- If you are starting to run out of a certain ingredient, it is better to be safe than sorry and keep the remainder in the fridge in an airtight container.
- Always marinate your meat overnight because it would otherwise have an unpleasant taste to it especially if you are making a teriyaki sauce with brown sugar.
- Try different vegetables instead of carrots or lettuce.
- Try mixing several different kinds of ingredients for the pork and teriyaki sauce instead of only combining one type of ingredient for each dish.
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Instant pot teriyaki pork tenderloin
I love the Instant Pot as a kitchen appliance. It is super easy to use and I just love doing it. So, today, I am going to share a recipe for teriyaki pork tenderloin. It is an easy dish that only requires 5 ingredients! Give it a try the next time you want some good dinner plans.
Instant pot teriyaki pork tenderloin
Ingredient
- 1 pork tenderloin.
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar.
- 1/3 cup soy sauce.
- 1/4 cup brown sugar.
- dipping sauce: 1/4 cup water, 1 tbsp cornstarch, 2 tbsp soy sauce.
Directions
- Marinate the pork tenderloin in the ingredients for the dipping sauce overnight.
- In the morning, sautee all of the ingredients for the sauce (water, corn starch, soy sauce) in a skillet over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes.
- Add pork tenderloin and sear each side for 1 minute each side (add more time if necessary).
- Turn off the fire and add 1 cup of water to the pan to make a quick teriyaki glaze.
- Slice the tenderloin into 1-inch thick rounds or if preferred, cut it into thin slices.
Serve with rice and over the top of the pork for a fun presentation.
Tips & Tricks
- I like to leave grilled lemon wedges on a serving tray for people to squeeze over the teriyaki pork tenderloin. It adds a nice balance of flavor and provides a subtle but amazing contrast with the teriyaki glaze.
- Teriyaki glaze is an easy-to-make sauce that adds a good amount of flavor to pork soft loin. Use any other teriyaki sauce as the dipping sauce for variety in flavor, but you can’t go wrong with this combination.
- Serve with potatoes to soak up all the delicious goodness!
- If you are wondering about how I held my raw pork tenderloin while I cooked, I cut it about 1 inch thick.
Slow cooker teriyaki pork tenderloin
If you’re looking to prepare your meals at home, start with this easy recipe for slow cooker teriyaki pork tenderloin. It’s the perfect dish for a cold night or any day when you want to feel warm-hearted inside!
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Slow cooker teriyaki pork tenderloin
Ingredient
- Pork tenderloin.
- 1/2 cup soy sauce.
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar.
- 1 tablespoon sugar.
- 2 teaspoons minced gingerroot [This ingredient can be easily omitted if you don’t like ginger. Personally, I found this addition very interesting. Reminiscent of Chinese cooking, with the ginger root in it, it is added to the marinade to maintain a strong flavor of ginger flavor.]
Directions
- Make 1-inch thick slices of pork tenderloin.
- Mix all the ingredients for the marinade together in a small bowl until well combined.
- Place the pork tenderloin slices into a large freezer bag and pour in enough of the marinade to coat each piece of meat evenly. Seal the bag and gently shake until all of the meat is coated in the marinade, making sure that it is completely coated with any extra marinade that has dripped out of the bag.
- Place the bag in the freezer and allow it to chill for about 2 hours.
- Take your pork out and let it sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes before you cook it on a grill.
- Cook each side of the tenderloin slice until nicely browned, turning once. If you don’t have access to a grill, place the meat in a slow cooker and let it cook on low for 6-7 hours, or until it becomes nice and tender.
- Place the cooked meat on a plate and serve it with a side of rice or noodles, and don’t forget about the extra sauce that you have leftover!
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Tips & Tricks
- You can use the same marinade, but in a saucepan and cook it over medium heat for 10 minutes.
- If you want to cut down additional costs on your pork tenderloin you can simply buy cooked pork already cut into 1-inch slices. Just pat off the excess water and place the meat on a cutting board. Then, slice thinly across the grain [like slicing a roast beef].
- Rice or noodles go great with pork! I have also suggested steamed cabbage leaves with this recipe. Or if you are in the mood for something sweet there is no need to miss out on this! The natural sweetness from mixing hot sauce into some ketchup really makes this dish stand out.
Crock pot teriyaki pork tenderloin
Crockpot Teriyaki pork tenderloin is a favorite of ours. The crockpot does all the work and we get to enjoy this family favorite. Fully cooked, tender, juicy meat with a thick teriyaki marinade that washes off into the sauce making it unbelievably delicious. We’ve served this dish on rice, noodles or even on its own for a sandwich filling. It’s versatile and easy to make in the crockpot.
Crockpot teriyaki pork tenderloin
Ingredient
- 1-1/2 pound pork tenderloin.
- Salt and pepper.
- Teriyaki sauce, your own or store-bought and can be found in the Asian section of most grocery stores.
- Will need.
- Crockpot.
Instructions:
- Place the tenderloin in a 4 to 6-quart crockpot. Add pepper and salt to taste. Pour 1/2 cup of Teriyaki sauce over the meat. A good coating should be applied to all sides. Turn the LOW setting to 8 hours of cooking time, cover, and let it cook.
- Shred meat with forks and stir in the remaining sauce with meat for desired thickness.
- Serve on rice, noodles, or in sandwiches.
Note: Crockpot teriyaki pork tenderloin tastes best the next day once the flavors meld. It is also best served at room temperature so it does not get soggy if left out too long. Cook it slightly cooler if you prefer it cold. If desired, serve with brown rice and vegetables or any yumminess you like to enjoy with your meat.
I have one request for you if you make this recipe, use the crockpot to cook. It will make a huge difference in ease of prep and how tender and moist the meat becomes.
If you love teriyaki flavors and are looking for a way to spice up your pork tenderloin this easy teriyaki pork tenderloin recipe is sure to please. With only five ingredients, it’s a quick and easy dish that will leave your whole family asking for seconds. Give this one a try tonight!
Brendan Roberts is a writer, photographer, and editor for Food 4 Kitchen. He is always eager to share useful knowledge with everyone. He graduated with a degree in journalism from Northwestern University in 2016 and now lives with his wife.