Grilled Pork Tenderloin and Plums with Creamy Goat's Cheese Sauce
Elegant, juicy, and bursting with a balance of sweet and savoury, this grilled pork tenderloin recipe is fine dining made for home.
Ingredients
Method
Whisk the yoghurt, goat's cheese and 1/3 cup water in a mixing bowl until smooth. Whisk in 3 tablespoons of the oil, the parsley and scallions. Season with salt and pepper.
Heat an outdoor grill or large cast-iron grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush the pork tenderloin with 1 more tablespoon of the oil and sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper. Grill until charred on all sides and the internal temperature on an instant-read thermometer registers 135 degrees F, 12 to 16 minutes.
Meanwhile, brush the cut side of the plums with 1 more tablespoon of oil and sprinkle liberally with salt and pepper. Place the plums, cut-side down, on the grill and cook until charred and the top of the flesh is just softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Some of the flesh might stick to the grill but that is okay, the plums will still have a nice, slightly charred flavor.
Remove the pork from the grill and rest for 10 minutes. Slice thinly on a diagonal against the grain. Sprinkle the slices lightly with salt.
Toss the baby rocket with the remaining oil and the lemon juice in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper.
To plate, divide the arugula salad among 4 plates, keeping the salad on 1 side of the plate. Smear some goat cheese sauce on the other side of the plates. Place several slices of pork tenderloin on top of the sauce and place 1 plum half on each plate. Serve any remaining goat cheese sauce on the side. Serve immediately.
This grilled pork tenderloin recipe is sweet, savoury and seriously sophisticated.
Get ready to impress with this grilled pork tenderloin recipe that’s practical to make and sophisticated to serve. There are loads of grilled pork loin recipes, but this one is porcine perfection thanks to the luscious goat’s cheese sauce, made silky smooth with Greek yoghurt, extra virgin olive oil, and the zing of fresh lemon juice.
Of course, it’s the pork tenderloin that truly takes centre stage, grilled to perfection with a subtle char that locks in the flavour. Meanwhile, ripe, luscious plums add a burst of natural fruity sweetness to perfectly complement the savoury pork. So whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply want to elevate your weeknight meals, this gourmet grill pork fillet proves that fine dining doesn’t have to be complicated.
Fancy a twist? Swap the plums for grilled peaches or nectarines for a summery spin, or add a sprinkle of toasted walnuts for a satisfying crunch. This grilled pork tenderloin recipe is your ticket to restaurant-quality dining in your own kitchen.
As grilled pork loin recipes go, this one is simply stunning, and if you’re looking for more exquisite eats to make at home, how about Marcus Wareing’s pan-fried hake, Tom Kerridge’s five-spice duck with plum sauce, or Asma Khan’s Calcutta haka chilli chicken. Bon appetit!
