Ww North Carolina Bbq Pork Tenderloin with Mop Sauce

Get ready to fire up the grill with this mouthwatering WW North Carolina BBQ Pork Tenderloin with Mop Sauce recipe, a savory homage to traditional Carolina barbecue! Perfectly seasoned with a bold spice rub featuring smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a hint of cayenne, the tender pork is grilled to juicy perfection while being basted with a tangy mop sauce made from apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and mustard. This technique infuses the meat with layers of smoky, tangy flavor and keeps it irresistibly moist. With a quick prep time of just 15 minutes and an easy grilling process, this dish serves up a deliciously satisfying yet healthy dinner option for four. Whether you're hosting a summer backyard barbecue or enjoying a cozy weeknight meal, serve this beautifully grilled pork with the leftover mop sauce for dipping, and prepare for it to steal the spotlight in every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Pork tenderloin
• 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup Water
• 1 tablespoon Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 400°F). If using a charcoal grill, set it up for two-zone cooking.

Step 2

Pat the pork tenderloins dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, mix the kosher salt, ground black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Rub this spice blend all over the pork tenderloins to season them evenly.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan, combine the apple cider vinegar, water, brown sugar, crushed red pepper flakes, yellow mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Bring the mixture to a low simmer over medium heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Remove from heat and set aside 3/4 of the mop sauce for basting during grilling. Reserve the remaining 1/4 for serving as a dipping sauce.

Step 4

Brush the pork tenderloins lightly with vegetable oil to prevent sticking. Place the pork on the grill over direct heat. Sear each side for about 2-3 minutes to develop grill marks.

Step 5

Move the pork tenderloins to indirect heat and reduce the grill temperature to medium-low (about 350°F). Begin basting the pork with the mop sauce using a brush, turning and basting every 5 minutes.

Step 6

Cook the pork until the internal temperature reaches 145°F when tested with a meat thermometer, about 20-25 minutes total. Avoid overcooking to preserve the tenderness of the meat.

Step 7

Remove the pork tenderloins from the grill and let them rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with the reserved mop sauce on the side for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1442.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1455.7

Total Fat 45.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.8g
Cholesterol 616.9mg	0%
Sodium 5106.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 20.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.5g	0%
Total Sugars 11.0g
Protein 225.1g	0%

Vitamin D 72.6IU	0%
Calcium 130.7mg	0%
Iron 12.5mg	0%
Potassium 4590.0mg	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: 29.2%

Protein: 64.9%

Carbs: 5.9%