Asian-Style Five-Spice Pork Tenderloin

Asian-Style Five-Spice Pork Tenderloin recipe videos

Asian-Style Five-Spice Pork Tenderloin is a savory and aromatic dish featuring lean pork marinated in a blend of soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and the classic Chinese five-spice powder. The tenderloin is typically pan-seared or roasted, resulting in a flavorful crust with a juicy interior. This preparation is a popular home-style dish in Chinese cuisine, valued for its balance of sweet, savory, and warm spice notes.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein and relatively low in fat, especially when using lean pork tenderloin. It provides essential nutrients like B vitamins, zinc, and selenium, with a typical serving containing approximately 200-250 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	5 g
Fat	16 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	450 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Potassium	420 mg
Phosphorus	250 mg
Zinc	3 mg
Niacin (B3)	8 mg
Vitamin B6	0.6 mg
Vitamin B12	0.8 mcg
Selenium	35 mcg

Per 1 serving (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The five-spice powder used in the marinade is a traditional Chinese blend of star anise, cloves, cinnamon, Sichuan pepper, and fennel seeds, designed to balance the five fundamental flavors in Chinese cooking. Nutritionally, the spices themselves offer antioxidants and have been used in traditional medicine for centuries to aid digestion.