Bacon Wrapped Pork Loin with Pineapple and Red Pepper

This sweet and savoury, bacon wrapped pork tenderloin is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.

Cut: Pork Tenderloin

Prep Time: 25 minutes

Cook Time: 30 mins
Number of Servings: 8

Ingredient

2 lb (1 kg) pork tenderloin
1 can (14 oz/398 mL) pineapple chunks, drained and reserve juice
1 medium red pepper, diced
1/4 cup (60 mL) reserved pineapple juice
2 Tbsp (30 mL) brown sugar, packed
1 tsp (5 mL) chili powder
1 tsp (5 mL) garlic powder
8 - 10 thick cut bacon strips

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
With a sharp knife, cut pork tenderloin lengthwise, but not through the bottom side. Open up like a book. Cover with plastic wrap, and gently pound out to an even thickness with a mallet or rolling pin.
In a small bowl, mix together 1/4 cup (60 mL) reserved pineapple juice, brown sugar, chili powder and garlic powder.
Brush brown sugar mixture over pork. Add pineapple and red pepper in a line along the center of the meat. Wrap edges of the meat around the pineapple to return it to its original shape. Temporarily secure seam with toothpicks.
Lay bacon slices on a cutting board, overlapping slightly. Place tenderloin on top with seam facing up. Removing toothpicks as you work, wrap bacon slices around the pork to form a log. Place tenderloin with seam side down on a baking sheet.
Roast for about 25 - 30 minutes, or until pork has a safe internal temperature of 155°F (68°C) and the bacon is browned and crisp.
Remove from the oven and allow to rest for 3-5 minutes to a Health Canada-recommended final internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) before slicing.

Note: If roast is finished before bacon is browned, place under the boiler for 3-5 minutes to brown the bacon.

Nutritional Analysis:

YIELD:

8 servings.

SERVING SIZE:

per 7 oz (200 g) serving.

	
				Per Serving
				
					Calories
					230
				
					Total Fat
					7 g
				
					Saturated Fat
					2.5 g
				
					Cholesterol
					85 mg
				
					Carbohydrates
					13 g
				
					Fiber
					1 g
				
					Sugars
					12 g
				
					Protein
					28 g
				
					Sodium
					340 mg
				
					Potassium
					567 mg