How to Marinate Pork Tenderloin

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Choose your acidic component.

   Acidic ingredients like vinegar, wine or citrus juices will soften the tissues of the meat.
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   Step 2: Pour one cup (240 milliliters) of your acidic ingredient into a bowl.

   Avoid using metal bowls because the metal will react unpleasantly with acid. , Most marinade recipes call for olive oil.
   
   Use extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor.
   
   Pour one tablespoon (15 milliliters) of oil into your bowl. , Herbs or spices are the most common choices.
   
   Chop 1/4 cup (20 grams) fresh herbs or use 1 teaspoon (2 grams) dried herbs.
   
   Also, include about 1 teaspoon (4 grams) salt and 1/2 teaspoon (2 grams) pepper.
   
   Use other spices according to their taste and potency.
   
   Add your seasonings to the marinade and taste it with a spoon.
   
   Adjust your seasonings if needed. ,,, Make sure that you turn the tenderloin over so that all sides are coated with the marinade. , Turn the bag over periodically to allow maximum absorption of the marinade on all sides of the tenderloin.
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   Step 3: Choose an oil.

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   Step 4: Choose seasonings for your marinade.

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   Step 5: Combine all of the ingredients using a plastic whisk.

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   Step 6: Place your pork tenderloin into a plastic resealable freezer bag using tongs.

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   Step 7: Pour the marinade over the pork tenderloin.

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   Step 8: Seal the bag and refrigerate the marinade for 2 to 12 hours.

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