Ingredients
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- ½ tablespoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 pound pork tenderloin, or more to taste
- ½ cup barbecue sauce (such as Sweet Baby Ray's®)
What Makes This Recipe So Good
Expert Cooking Tips
- Use a meat thermometer to check for an internal temperature of 145°F for safe and juicy pork.
- Marinate the meat for at least 30 minutes to boost flavor and tenderness.
Step 1
Blend together the sugar, garlic powder, salt, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl. Rub this seasoning all over the pork tenderloin, making sure every side is covered. Let it sit out at room temperature for about 30 minutes to soak up the flavors.
Step 2
While the pork is resting, get your grill going on low heat and give the grate a light coating of oil so nothing sticks. Place the pork on the grill and cook it slowly, turning it every 10 minutes so it cooks evenly. After about 30 minutes, start brushing the pork with barbecue sauce, repeating this every 10 minutes for another half hour or so.
Step 3
You’ll know it’s done when the center is just a little pink and a meat thermometer reads 145°F. Once it’s cooked through, take the pork off the grill and let it rest for about 5 minutes before slicing. This helps keep it juicy and tender.
