posted by jacqibay 01-18-101 10:48 AM
Pork Tenderloin with Mexican Chipotle Marinade
6 canned chipotle chilis and 2 Tbl. sauce from the can
5 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 (3") strip of orange zest
3/4 Cup fresh orange juice
1/4 Cup fresh lime juice
2 Tbl. red wine vinegar
1 Tbl. tomato paste
1 tsp. dried oregano
1 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 lbs. pork tenderloin
In a small saucepan, combine the chipotles and sauce with the garlic, orange zest, orange juice, lime juice, red wine vinegar, tomato paste, oregano, cumin and pepper. Simmer over high heat until reduced by 1/3, about 3 minutes. Transfer the contents of the pan to a food processor and puree until smooth. Let cool before using.
Coat the pork with 1/4 cup of the marinade and refrigerate for 2 hours.
Light the grill. Grill the pork over a hot fire, turning, until cooked through, about 15 minutes. Let stand for 3 minutes before slicing and serving.