Zesty Pork Marinade

Elevate your grilling game with this irresistible Zesty Pork Marinade, a vibrant blend of citrusy, savory, and slightly spicy flavors designed to infuse your pork with mouthwatering goodness. Featuring a perfect balance of olive oil, soy sauce, orange juice, and lemon juice, this marinade is further enhanced with honey for a hint of sweetness, minced garlic for depth, and bold spices like cumin, paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes for a flavorful kick. Fresh parsley and oregano round out the mix for a fragrant finish. Ideal for pork chops, tenderloin, or shoulder, this quick-to-prepare marinade ensures juicy, tender meat with minimal effort. Whether you’re grilling, roasting, or pan-searing, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser for weeknight dinners or backyard barbecues. Let the pork marinate for at least two hours—or overnight for maximum flavor—before cooking to perfection. Serve with your favorite sides and savor every zesty bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 0.25 cup orange juice
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 pounds pork (chops, tenderloin, or shoulder)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, orange juice, lemon juice, and honey until well combined.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, dried oregano, fresh parsley, and black pepper to the bowl. Whisk again to ensure the spices are evenly distributed.

Step 3

Place the pork into a large resealable plastic bag or shallow dish. Pour the marinade over the pork, making sure to coat it evenly.

Step 4

Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to penetrate the meat.

Step 5

When ready to cook, remove the pork from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes before cooking.

Step 6

Cook the pork using your preferred method: grill, roast, or pan-sear, until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C). Let it rest for 3-5 minutes before serving.

Step 7

Slice and serve with your favorite sides. Enjoy the zesty, flavorful pork!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1184.5 grams (1184.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2937

Total Fat 184.50g	237%
Saturated Fat 54.20g	271%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.40g
Cholesterol 717mg	239%
Sodium 2882mg	125%
Total Carbohydrate 53.70g	20%
Dietary Fiber 3.00g	11%
Total Sugars 40.90g
Protein 253.40g	507%

Vitamin D 64IU	318%
Calcium 277mg	21%
Iron 13mg	72%
Potassium 4458mg	95%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.5%

Protein: 35.1%

Carbs: 7.4%