Grilled Coffee-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Spiced Sweet Potato Mash

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Juicy pork tenderloin rubbed with a bold coffee and spice blend, grilled to perfection and paired with creamy spiced sweet potato mash. This american-inspired pork ready in about 50 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 480 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 American cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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 salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Rub this mixture evenly over all sides of 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin.
  2. Step 2: Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Brush pork with 2 tbsp olive oil and grill for 15-18 minutes, turning every 5 minutes, until an internal temperature of 145°F is reached. Remove and let rest 10 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, place 2 large peeled and cubed sweet potatoes into a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook for 15 minutes until tender.
  4. Step 4: Drain sweet potatoes and mash with 3 tbsp butter, 1/4 cup milk, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg until smooth and creamy. Season with salt to taste.
  5. Step 5: Slice pork tenderloin and serve alongside the spiced sweet potato mash.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Grilled Coffee-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Spiced Sweet Potato Mash take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (15 min prep + 35 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Grilled Coffee-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Spiced Sweet Potato Mash?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork tenderloin from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Grilled Coffee-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Spiced Sweet Potato Mash?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Grilled Coffee-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Spiced Sweet Potato Mash for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Grilled Coffee-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Spiced Sweet Potato Mash?

American pork like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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