Mofongo-Stuffed Pork Tenderloin with Garlic Mojo Sauce
Roasted pork tenderloin filled with a savory mashed plantain mofongo, served with a bright garlic mojo sauce. This Caribbean-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 65 minutes, pairs pork tenderloin, garlic cloves, minced, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 560 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
- 3 green plantains, peeled and sliced into 1-inch pieces
- 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin
- 6 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup chicharrón (fried pork skin), crumbled
- 1/4 cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. Heat 1/2 cup vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Fry 3 peeled and sliced green plantains in batches until golden and tender, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, mash the fried plantains with 6 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 cup crumbled chicharrón, 1/4 cup chicken broth, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper until a thick, chunky mixture forms.
- Step 3: Butterfly the 1.5-pound pork tenderloin by slicing lengthwise without cutting all the way through. Season inside and out with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
- Step 4: Spread the mofongo mixture evenly inside the butterflied pork, then roll tightly and secure with kitchen twine at 1-inch intervals.
- Step 5: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork roll on all sides until browned, about 3 minutes per side.
- Step 6: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145°F. Remove pork and let rest for 10 minutes.
- Step 7: Meanwhile, whisk together 2 tablespoons lime juice, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and 1 teaspoon salt to make the garlic mojo sauce.
- Step 8: Slice the pork roll and serve drizzled with the garlic mojo sauce.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Mofongo-Stuffed Pork Tenderloin with Garlic Mojo Sauce take to make?
Total time is about 65 minutes (25 min prep + 40 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 Mofongo-Stuffed Pork Tenderloin with Garlic Mojo Sauce?
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 Mofongo-Stuffed Pork Tenderloin with Garlic Mojo Sauce?
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 Mofongo-Stuffed Pork Tenderloin with Garlic Mojo Sauce 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 Mofongo-Stuffed Pork Tenderloin with Garlic Mojo Sauce?
Caribbean 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.
