Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin
Pork tenderloin wrapped in bacon, smoked until the bacon crisps and the pork stays tender. Simple concept, perfect execution. Works on the grill or in the smoker.
Ingredients
- 1 pork tenderloin (1–1.5 lbs)
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper
- 6–8 slices bacon
- Toothpicks or butcher’s twine
Instructions
- Rub tenderloin with mustard and seasonings.
- Wrap tightly with bacon, securing with toothpicks or twine.
- Smoke at 250°F until internal temp hits 145°F (about 1.5 hours).
- Optional: sear bacon on hot grill or under broiler to crisp.
- Rest 5–10 mins, slice thick.