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Ancho Chili Rubbed Pork Tenderloins with Fresh Papaya & Pepita Salsa

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Ancho Chili Rubbed Pork Tenderloins with Fresh Papaya & Pepita Salsa

Bold southwest flavor is the star of this pork tenderloin recipe. Turn up the heat on your weeknight dinners with pork tenderloins rubbed with homemade Ancho Chile and served with an easy-to-make homemade Papaya and Pepita Salsa.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Course: Main Course
Keyword: Pork Recipe, Pork
Servings: 4
Calories: 250kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 Each Omaha Steaks Pork Tenderloins
  • 4 tbsp ancho chile rub
  • 2 cups fresh papaya and pepita salsa

ancho chile rub

  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 2 tsp sea salt
  • 2 tbsp ancho chile powder
  • 1 tsp brown sugar

fresh papaya and pepita salsa

  • 1 cup fresh papaya peeled, seeded and diced 1/2"
  • 1/4 cup white onion minced
  • 2 tbsp cilantro chopped
  • 2 tsp jalapeño minced
  • 1 tsp fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup pepita seeds roasted and salted pumpkin or squash seeds available at your local mexican grocery store

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425°.
  • Rub each thawed Pork Tenderloin with 1 Tbsp of Chili Rub.
  • Roast uncovered in oven for 25-30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 145 F.
  • Let rest 5-10 minutes before slicing and plating.
  • Sprinkle each portion with 1/2 cup of Fresh Papaya and Pepita Salsa.

Ancho Chile Rub

  • Combine all ingredients and mix well.

Fresh Papaya and Pepita Salsa

  • In a mixing bowl combine all ingredients and mix well.

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 29g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 2130mg | Fiber: 4g

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