Chile and Spice Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Honey Lime Glaze

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Chile and Spice Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Honey Lime Glaze—a dish that’s bursting with bold flavors and irresistible textures. Tender, juicy pork tenderloins are coated in a smoky, aromatic spice rub featuring chili powder, cumin, garlic, and paprika before being seared to golden perfection and roasted to lock in the flavor. The star of the show is the luscious honey lime glaze, where sweet honey meets tangy lime juice and salty soy sauce, creating a glossy, slightly sticky finish that perfectly complements the vibrant spices. Ready in just 40 minutes, this versatile recipe is ideal for a quick dinner yet impressive enough to serve guests. Garnish with fresh cilantro for an extra pop of color and a fresh herbal note, and pair it with roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for a complete and satisfying meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces (~1 lb each) Pork tenderloin
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 teaspoons Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 3 tablespoons (from ~2 limes) Lime juice
• 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional, for garnish) Cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil for easy cleanup.

Step 2

Trim any silver skin or excess fat from the pork tenderloins. Pat them dry with paper towels.

Step 3

In a small bowl, combine chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Rub the pork tenderloins generously with olive oil, then coat them evenly with the spice mixture.

Step 5

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the tenderloins for 2 minutes per side, until a golden-brown crust forms. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.

Step 6

Roast the pork tenderloins in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).

Step 7

While the pork roasts, make the honey lime glaze. In a small saucepan, combine honey, lime juice, and soy sauce. Heat over medium heat, whisking constantly, for 5 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat.

Step 8

Once the pork is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

Step 9

Drizzle the honey lime glaze over the sliced pork tenderloin. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro if desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1137.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1749.7

Total Fat 59.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.1g
Cholesterol 616.9mg	0%
Sodium 6118.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 72.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.7g	0%
Total Sugars 53.7g
Protein 227.0g	0%

Vitamin D 72.6IU	0%
Calcium 125.2mg	0%
Iron 13.8mg	0%
Potassium 4581.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.9%

Protein: 52.3%

Carbs: 16.8%