Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (2024)

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Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (1)

Alona

Rating: 5 stars

08/02/2016

This was a spectacular recipe. The best pork tenderloin we have made.Our full review with pictures is here: http://www.nickandalonakitchen.com/2016/08/stuffed-cuban-pork-tenderloin-and.html

Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (2)

Irishlisa

Rating: 5 stars

06/16/2016

Made this as described, but I added thin slices of black forest ham inside and then wrapped the tenderloin in bacon before grilling. Delicious!

Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (3)

eatwright

Rating: 5 stars

03/08/2015

Loved it. Did half bread and butter pickles, half garlic dill. Seasoned with Bad Byron's Butt Rub.

Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (4)

zqinfl

Rating: 5 stars

05/02/2014

Fantastic! Easy and fast to make. Excellent for a dinner party. Make cuban style rice and black beans to go with it. Everyone has seconds. Plan to drink the recommended wine with it next time. This is on my regular menu for the month.

Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (5)

Kdoggett

Rating: 5 stars

01/12/2014

This was delicious, and really fun to make. I increased the mustard to 3 Tbsp. and added sliced ham as others suggested. Perfect with black beans on the side.

Rating: 5 stars

09/07/2013

This was delicious ! Super fast but still impressive. Next time I'll make the pork thinner for easier rolling. I didn't have twine so I used toothpicks which worked out just fine. We don't have a grill, so I put it in the broiler for about 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (7)

SummerVB

Rating: 3 stars

04/09/2013

I thought this was tasty, but not my favorite. My husband isn't a big fan of new flavors but he is very good about giving things a try and this was a big "no" in his book. It is an interesting combo, and the meat turned out great but it just wasn't right for our tastebuds.

Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (8)

smiths37

Rating: 4 stars

09/06/2012

This is super good! My tenderloin was pretty thick, so I made three cuts to make a flat(ish) piece before pounding it. It's a little difficult to to roll up, and some of my filling came out the ends (but I just stuffed it back in when I was done). I would suggest having the strings under the pork before adding the fillings so they are ready to tie up once you roll it up. Served with cajun rice and roasted broccoli.

Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (9)

PKFletcher

Rating: 5 stars

03/20/2012

I have made this recipe many times and every time my guests love it. Make sure you have the string as it is very important for successful cooking. Fun and delicious.

Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (10)

Amymoye

Rating: 5 stars

01/05/2012

This is simply outstanding! I servce it with cilantro lime rice and black beans.

Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (11)

BrendaLRGale

Rating: 4 stars

12/15/2011

The flavors in this were spectacular!! The only problem I had was of my own doing - I forgot to buy twine, so I had to use toothpicks. What a mess! Haha! It took longer to cook on the stovetop than the recipe suggested, but it was worth the wait! AND it's only 5 pts per serving!

Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (12)

dowlkat

Rating: 5 stars

10/02/2011

AWESOME! Yum. May sound weird, but you gotta try it.

Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (13)

jenniferlovejoy

Rating: 2 stars

09/05/2011

This looked really good when I took my tenderloin rolls off the grill. We were disappointed that they tasted so bland. I used extra mustard, dill pickles, and added black forest ham, and it was still bland. I don't think I'll make this again.

Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (14)

Beccaroo73

Rating: 1 stars

08/28/2011

Wasn't a huge fan of this one. The mixture of flavors wasn't a great combo, in my opinion. I don't have a grill, so I seared the outside of the loin in a pan and then cooked in the oven at 325 degrees for roughly 25 minutes and that was just about perfect.

Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (15)

Sandi218

Rating: 5 stars

08/10/2011

We loved this dish! I used dill pickles (rather than bread and butter), and I added a few slices of deli ham to make it more of an authentic Cuban. We will definitely make it again...and again...and again.

Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (16)

tookey75

Rating: 3 stars

08/10/2011

It was good and kind of fun to make once I found some string to tie it up. I was excited to blend these few ingredients together and see what we got, but once I tasted it I found the cilantro to be a little too soapy and overpowering. Next time I will use less cilantro or nix the ingredient all together. The good news is that 3 days later when I got around to packing some for my lunch, all the flavors had married perfectly and you could no longer even detect the soapy cilantro flavor. I agree with Cincal6 on having the lengths of string underneath the meat before you roll it up as that makes it so much simpler to contain all the yummy filling. Tie it tightly and the stuff won't spill out on the grill.

Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (17)

Cincal6

Rating: 5 stars

08/08/2011

Delicious - already one of my absolute favorites!! The only thing I did to make this easier was to slide the cooking twine under the pork at one inch intervals BEFORE filling and rolling it.

Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (18)

VThomas1

Rating: 5 stars

08/01/2011

This recipe was great and so easy. The rolling can be cumbersome but once I got 2 ties on it went smoothly. Best to work it from one end to the other. Only change I made was the addition of BBQ sauce to the outside - delish!!

Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (19)

Ashlie

Rating: 5 stars

07/31/2011

This was truly awesome - one of my favorite recipes from Cooking Light (or anywhere) ever. The flavor profile is terrific and decadent, and we paired with grilled corn on the cob and a mixed greens and avocado salad. A few things to note: although kitchen twine isn't listed on the ingredient list, it is essential for this recipe, so make sure you have it. And, although I tried to "roll" the whole thing the first few times, I then realized it was impossible and necessary to tie it together at one inch intervals working from one side to the other.

Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (20)

hockeymomof2

Rating: 5 stars

07/31/2011

This was an easy and yummy recipe for pork tenderloin. I found it very fast to prepare. I added 1T extra of grainy dijon mustard, added black forest ham, served with green beans and couscous (both recipes from cooking light). It did not fall apart on the bbq and was moist. I would try provolone cheese next time for a little more flavour. I will definitely make it again.

Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (21)

Mickeysue

Rating: 5 stars

07/29/2011

very very good! I made exactly as described except for one ingredient: I didn't have swiss cheese, so I used smoked provolone. It was a package of Sara Lee smoked provolone, nothing special, but I had it on hand, and I think it would be better in this dish than the swiss. Anyhoo, it was really good, and I would make it again. Sometimes pork tenderloin gets a bit dull,especially when grilled.

Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (22)

Clarebh

Rating: 2 stars

07/25/2011

I was so excited to make this, because I love Cuban sandwiches! However, I was disappointed for a number of reasons. I think it would have worked better if our tenderloin was either pounded thinner, or was just a wider piece. We could not fully tie the tenderloin together and when we tried to turn it on the grill, the fillings fell out...so we had to cook it only on one side, which resulted in the meat being dried out. Overall, this dish was not worth the effort and I would not make it again.

Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (23)

Topspin23

Rating: 4 stars

07/24/2011

Fantastic. Could use a few slices of thin sliced ham and a bit more mustard. Went well with the suggested rose, roasted sweet potatoes and grilled corn. We will make this again soon!

Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (24)

KathJB

Rating: 5 stars

07/21/2011

Fabulous. I thought it needed some thin sliced ham to make it a real Cuban and the previous reviewer agreed so I added thin slices ham from the deli.. Served it with Cuban black beans and white rice. Perfect for a hot summer night with a decent rose wine. Next time (and there will be one) we will stuff a pork loin with these ingredients and cook it on the water smoker.

Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (25)

teach4health

Rating: 4 stars

07/17/2011

This was delicious! Be sure to pound the pork thin enough to be able to roll it up and encase the fillings. I think a few thin slices of ham would be a fabulous addition, and make it even more like an authentic cuban sandwich. Followed the recipe exactly this first time and the pork was moist and the filling very flavorful. My husband typically likes a sauce with any meat and this was no exception, but I did not think it needed any sauce at all. Serve with some cuban black beans.

Stuffed Cuban Pork Tenderloin Recipe (2024)

FAQs

How do you cook pork tenderloin so it's not tough? ›

We cook our pork to 145°F. This means the pork will be barely pink in the middle, safe to eat, and juicy. If you do not like it pink in the middle, cook it a bit longer, but keep in mind that staying close to 145°F will result in the juiciest, most tender piece of meat.

Is it better to sear pork tenderloin before baking? ›

Sear + Roast

This cooking method is a surefire way to make moist and juicy pork tenderloin without much fuss. Searing the meat first gives it that golden-brown crust before a quick roast in the oven finishes it off. It's an easy, crowd-pleasing meal for any night of the week.

Is it better to cook pork tenderloin covered or uncovered? ›

Place it in the hot oven and roast until an instant-read thermometer registers 145°F (medium), 20-30 minutes. If roasting for longer than 20 minutes, cover the pork loosely with foil to prevent the top from burning. Remove the tenderloin from the oven.

Why is my pork tenderloin in 2 pieces? ›

The size of the pork tenderloins makes them particularly attractive to smaller families. Tenderloins commonly come two to a package, with each piece weighing 3/4 to 1 pound. The two together are perfect for a family of four. It is no accident that the tenderloins are packaged this way.

Does pork tenderloin get more tender the longer you cook it? ›

At 400 degrees F, a 1-pound pork tenderloin will cook in 8 to 10 minutes after being seared on the stove. Unlike tough, fatty cuts of meat (like the shoulder used for Slow Cooker Pulled Pork), leaner cuts like pork tenderloin do not become more tender the longer they cook.

How to make pork extremely tender? ›

How to Make Tender Pork Chops
  1. Opt for Thick-Cut Bone-In Pork Chops. Thin-cut pork chops won't sear properly in the time it takes to cook them through. ...
  2. Skip the Brine, but Season Liberally. ...
  3. Let the Pork Chops Rest. ...
  4. Sear Pork Chops Over Medium-High Heat. ...
  5. Baste the Pork Chops. ...
  6. Let the Pork Chops Rest, Again. ...
  7. Serve.
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Do you season pork before or after searing? ›

Season with salt and pepper: Just before cooking, sprinkle the meat with salt and pepper. Wait to do this until you're ready to actually put the meat in the pan, otherwise the salt draws moisture out of the meat and you'll need to pat it dry again.

Should you season pork tenderloin night before? ›

Pork Tenderloin Dry Rub Recipe FAQs

Simply season your pork, then store it (raw and covered) in the refrigerator until you're ready to cook. The more the seasonings sit on the pork, the more flavorful they'll become! 2-3 days in advance is plenty of time to max it out.

Do you season pork before searing? ›

But really, it takes no extra effort, just some forethought. And so I will always season lamb shanks the day before they go into the braise. I will try to season chickens the day before, but if I don't have the chance, I won't sweat it; and I will season steaks and pork roasts right before searing.

How do you keep pork tenderloin moist? ›

Preparing the pork loin

However, when it comes to making a juicy and flavorful loin roast, there are a few general guidelines you can follow: Brine the pork to maintain moisture by soaking it in a mixture of salt and water, baking soda, vinegar or even milk.

How long does it take to cook pork tenderloin at 350? ›

From oven oven-roasting to grilling, here's a quick guide to cooking times: How long to cook pork tenderloin in oven at 350°F: Placed in a baking dish and cooked uncovered, a pork tenderloin will take around 20-27 minutes at 350°F.

Is it OK for pork tenderloin to be a little pink? ›

If fresh pork has reached 145°F (62.8 °C) throughout, even though it may still be pink in the center, it should be safe. The pink color can be due to the cooking method or added ingredients.

How many people will a 2lb pork tenderloin feed? ›

How much pork should I buy to feed (x) people? Although this depends on how much each person eats, a 2lb boneless pork loin will generally serve 2-4 people. A 4lb loin will feed about 6-8 people.

Should you poke holes in pork tenderloin? ›

If you're in a rush, we recommend giving your pork tenderloin at least 30 minutes to marinate, and you can help speed up the process by poking a few holes in it with a fork. If you've got extra time though, 4-24 hours is ideal to make sure it really takes on the flavor!

What is the secret to tender pork loin? ›

If you're not confident in your cooking skills, there is one foolproof way to guarantee your pork ends up on the tender side, even if you cook it too long: Soak it in a brine or a marinade. According to Hazel, these kinds of preparations always produce the most tender outcomes.

What makes pork tender and juicy during cooking? ›

Brining pork chops is one of the best ways way to guarantee a juicy cooked pork chop. Even a quick 30-minute brine (or up to four hours) makes a big difference. It's not strictly necessary — you can still use this method to make great pork chops even without brining — but if you have some extra time, I recommend it.

What makes tenderloin tough? ›

Overcooking it.

Tenderloin is lean and one of the most tender cuts around, but the lack of fat means that overcooking it will result in dry, tough meat. Follow this tip: Tenderloin is best served rare or medium-rare, so use a thermometer to make sure it doesn't get cooked past 140°F in the center.

Should I wrap my pork tenderloin in foil? ›

Pork tenderloin is a lean cut of pork that can dry out quickly. Foil-wrapped pork tenderloin is a great way to prepare this cut of meat to lock in flavor and moisture. Pork loin may not be as apt to dry out, but covering your pan with foil while roasting helps the meat retain its juiciness.

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