Grilled Coffee-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Cilantro Chimichurri

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-06 · Updated 2026-05-06

Tender pork tenderloin grilled with a bold coffee and spice rub, finished with a bright and fresh cilantro chimichurri sauce. This Latin American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs pork tenderloin, ground coffee, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin
• 2 tbsp ground coffee
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
• 2 minced garlic cloves

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp ground coffee, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper to create the spice rub.
2. Step 2: Pat dry 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin and rub the spice mixture evenly all over the surface. Let rest at room temperature for 15 minutes.
3. Step 3: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Brush 2 tbsp olive oil on the grill grates to prevent sticking.
4. Step 4: Grill the pork tenderloin for 15-18 minutes total, turning every 5 minutes, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part reads 145°F.
5. Step 5: While pork rests, whisk together 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 tsp red chili flakes, and 2 tbsp olive oil in a small bowl to make the chimichurri sauce.
6. Step 6: Slice the pork tenderloin and drizzle generously with the cilantro chimichurri before serving.