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Quick Air Fryer BBQ Pork Tenderloin

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A quick and easy air fryer recipe delivering juicy, smoky, and flavorful BBQ pork tenderloin in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pork tenderloin (about 1 to 1.5 pounds / 450 to 680 grams), trimmed of silver skin
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder (optional)
  • ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
  • BBQ sauce (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Trim and pat dry the pork tenderloin, removing any silver skin or excess fat.
  2. In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, chili powder, salt, and black pepper to make the smoky BBQ rub.
  3. Lightly coat the tenderloin with olive oil, then rub the seasoning mixture all over the pork evenly.
  4. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  5. Place the pork tenderloin in the air fryer basket and cook at 400°F for 18 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  6. Check the internal temperature with an instant-read thermometer; it should read 145°F (63°C).
  7. Remove the pork from the air fryer and let it rest loosely tented with foil for 5 minutes.
  8. Slice into ½-inch thick slices against the grain, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve with BBQ sauce if desired.

Notes

If pork browns too quickly, lower air fryer temperature to 375°F and continue cooking. Cook in batches if air fryer basket is small to avoid overcrowding. Resting the meat after cooking is crucial to keep it juicy. For extra smokiness, add a few drops of liquid smoke to the rub. Use gluten-free BBQ sauce and spices for a gluten-free version.

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