Javanese Pork Tenderloin
Javanese Pork Tenderloin is a delicious and flavorful dish that originates from the island of Java in Indonesia. This traditional Javanese dish is known for its unique blend of sweet and savory flavors, as well as its tender and succulent pork tenderloin. The dish is often marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, and various spices, which infuses the meat with rich and aromatic flavors.
Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Additional Time:
1 day 8 hrs
Total Time:
1 day 8 hrs 45 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
Ingredients
Directions
Step 1
Dissolve the salt and brown sugar in 1/4 cup warm water. Pour into a large resealable plastic bag with remaining 2 3/4 cups water. Place pork in bag, seal, and refrigerate overnight.
Step 2
In a small, microwavable bowl, combine peanut butter, sake, soy sauce, vinegar, honey, peanut oil, chili paste, chili sauce, garlic, ginger root, green onions, and cilantro. Microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute to melt peanut butter; mix thoroughly.
Step 3
Reserve 1/2 to 3/4 cup of this peanut sauce to serve as a sauce for the cooked meat; refrigerate until ready to use. Pour remaining sauce into a resealable plastic bag. Remove pork from brine; discard brine. Rinse pork, pat dry, and place in the bag with the peanut sauce marinade. Refrigerate for 8 hours, or overnight.
Step 4
Preheat grill for medium heat. Take pork out of peanut sauce marinade; let sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes. Pour marinade in small saucepan. Heat to a boil, and boil for 3 minutes. If marinade gets too thick, add a little milk to thin.
Step 5
Lightly oil grill grate, and arrange tenderloins on grill. When pork reaches 125 degrees F (50 degrees C), baste with the boiled marinade. Watch pork carefully after basting so that it doesn't burn. Use a bbq spatula to roll the pork around while cooking. Grill pork tenderloins until internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F (63 degrees C); this should take about 15 minutes. Pull off the grill, and let sit for 5 minutes before slicing into thin rounds.
Step 6
Warm the reserved sauce in the microwave, and place a dollop of the sauce on each plate. Place pork slices on top of sauce to serve.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
297
Calories
16g
Fat
19g
Carbs
19g
Protein
Complement
The pork tenderloin is then typically grilled or roasted to perfection, resulting in a juicy and tender meat that is bursting with flavor. Javanese Pork Tenderloin is often served with steamed rice and a side of vegetables, making it a well-balanced and satisfying meal. Its combination of sweet and savory flavors, along with its tender and juicy texture, has made Javanese Pork Tenderloin a popular and beloved dish both in Indonesia and around the world. Whether enjoyed as a weeknight dinner or as part of a special occasion, Javanese Pork Tenderloin is sure to delight the taste buds of anyone who tries it.