Tailgate Pork Sandwich

Tailgate Pork Sandwich

Courtesy of National Pork Board 8 Servings • 15 Min. Prep Time • 20 Min. Cook Time
Ingredients
2 1-lb. pork tenderloins
8 kaiser rolls, sliced in half
2 tomatoes, thinly sliced
3 c. looseleaf lettuce, chopped
1 Vidalia onion, OR any sweet onion, thinly sliced

Chef Tom's Marinade:
4 c. orange juice
1 c. soy sauce
2 Tbsp. garlic, chopped
1/2 c. Dijon-style mustard
1/2 c. honey
1 tsp. cayenne pepper

Orange Aioli:
1 c. mayonnaise
1/4 c. orange juice
1 Tbsp. hot pepper sauce
1/2 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. garlic, chopped
1/2 tsp. horseradish
2 Tbsp. green onions, chopped

Directions:

1. Place pork tenderloins in two heavy-duty, resealable bags. Pour half of Chef Tom's Marinade in each bag and seal; marinade in refrigerator for 8-24 hr.

2. Prepare medium-hot grill. Remove pork from marinade; discard marinade. Grill pork for 20 min., or until internal temperature is 145°F, followed by a 3-min. rest time.

3. Toast rolls on the grill. Spread Orange Aioli on toasted side of rolls.

4. Slice tenderloins for sandwiches. Layer pork onto bottom of rolls; add tomatoes, lettuce and onions.

* Chef Toms Marinade

Whisk all ingredients together until well blended.

* Orange Aioli

Stir all ingredients together and refrigerate until ready to use.

* Serving Suggestions: Liven up your next tailgate party with these marinated pork sandwiches. Be sure to have plenty of chips and your favorite side dishes.

* Recipe by Chef Tom Kenny of Mike

Ditka's Chicago Restaurant.

* Recipe and photo courtesy of National Pork Board. For more recipes visit:

www.PorkBeInspired.com

Nutrition:

Calories: 241; Total Fat: 12g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 65mg; Total Carbs: 32g; Fiber: 2g; Protein: 28g; Sodium: 670mg;