Prosciutto Wrapped Pork Tenderloin Recipe - Feast and Merriment (2024)

FAQs

Should I wrap pork tenderloin in foil when smoking? ›

Foil is often used to speed up the cooking process for larger cuts of meat like pork butt, but with a smaller cut like pork loin, it's not necessary. Instead, focus on maintaining the right temperature and using a dry rub or marinade to infuse flavor into the meat.

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.

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) on a digital meat thermometer. Let It Rest: Once the pork tenderloin is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.

Many BBQ pitmasters believe that you should wrap it in foil or peach paper once it hits an internal temperature of 165°. Wrapping helps to elevate the internal temperature of the pork further and also helps to tenderize it by steaming it.

Keeping the temperature nice and low in your smoker ensures that this roast doesn't dry out and maintains moisture. I love cooking pork loin roast with my signature sweet rub (make your own using this recipe, or buy a bottle pre-made from Patio Provisions) and smoke it with a mild fruit wood like apple or cherry.

First, you will want to preheat your oven to 400° F. You will end up lowering the heat later on but it is important to start at a high temp to trap the moisture inside the pork loin. Next, grab your favorite dry rub and rub it all over the pork loin and make sure it's evenly distributed throughout the whole loin.

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.

Brush the pork tenderloin with additional marinade, then bake in a preheated oven at 425°F for about 15-20 minutes, until the pork reaches a temperature of 145°F, then remove it from the oven. Cooking the pork tenderloin at the high temperature of 425 degrees F helps it cook quickly and prevents it from drying out.

How long to cook 1.5 lb pork tenderloin at 400 degrees? ›

Bake at 400 degrees F until pork registers between 145- and 150-degrees F (63 and 65 degrees C) at the thickest part of the tenderloin, 15-25 minutes depending on thickness. This means the pork will be juicy and slightly pink in the middle.

A good rule of thumb is to cook pork loin 25 minutes per pound at 350 degrees F (177 degrees C). The internal temperature should be at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C), so use a thermometer to know when it's done. You'll want to let your pork loin rest at least three minutes before serving.

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.

The size and structure of a tenderloin make it perfect for cooking quickly on high heat. You want to be able to brown the outside while still keeping it a little pink on the inside.

So this depends on the cut, and how much connective tissue it has. If you're cooking pork tenderloin, time doesn't matter much. If you're cooking the tougher cuts, you can benefit from longer cooking times for increased tenderness.

Wrapping a brisket helps seal in the moisture and juices for the duration of the cooking process, which prevents your meat from drying out in the smoker. It also cuts down on cooking time, meaning you'll have a perfectly smoked brisket on the table faster.

Use grill-safe heavy duty foil, or food grade butcher paper to wrap the pork shoulder, then place it back on the smoker until it reaches 203°F. Once the internal temperature reaches 203°F, remove the pork from the smoker, keep it wrapped and let it rest for 30-60 minutes.