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Grapefruit-and-Sugar-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin

Grapefruit, brown sugar, and spices coat pork tenderloin and turn into a caramelized, flavorful crust.

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Ingredients

For 4 Serving(s)

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  • 1 c dark brown sugar
  • 1 T smoked paprika
  • 1/2 t ground cumin
  • 1/2 t ground fennel
  • 1/4 t cayenne
  • 5 clv garlic
  • 2 grapefruit
  • coarse salt
  • black pepper
  • 1 1/2 lb pork tenderloin

Grapefruit-and-Sugar-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin Directions

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  2. Preheat oven to 450˚F.
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  4. Place the sugar, paprika, cumin, fennel, cayenne, garlic, grapefruit zest and segments, and salt in the bowl of a food processor. Purée until smooth and transfer to a large bowl. Add the pork tenderloin and toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
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  6. Transfer the pork to a parchment-lined baking sheet fitted with a wire rack. Cook about 20-45 minutes until the internal temperature of the pork reaches 140˚F, and the outside is lightly caramelized. Let rest for 10 minutes, then slice and serve.

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