Carolina Pork Twirl

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 2

Carolina Pork Twirl recipe for a delicious barbecue meal

by The Chefin Barbecue

Prep

10 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 pound sliced bacon
	1 fat-trimmed pork tenderloin
	1 1/2 cups mustard-based barbeque sauce
	salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

420

Sugar

20g

Fat

25g

Carolina Pork Twirl is a delicious barbecue dish that combines juicy pork with crispy bacon and tangy barbecue sauce. It's perfect for your next outdoor gathering or family dinner. The recipe is easy to follow, and the end result is beautiful and delicious. The pork is cooked to perfection and the bacon adds extra flavor and texture to the dish. Make sure to serve with extra barbecue sauce for dipping and enjoy!

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F.
2.	Line a baking sheet with foil.
3.	Place the bacon slices side by side on the baking sheet.
4.	Season the tenderloin with salt and pepper, then place it on top of the bacon slices.
5.	Roll the bacon slices tightly around the tenderloin, pinning the ends with toothpicks to hold them in place.
6.	Bake the twirl for 25-30 minutes until the bacon is crispy and the pork is cooked to 145°F.
7.	Brush the twirl with the barbecue sauce and bake for an additional 5 minutes.
8.	Let the twirl rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving with additional barbecue sauce.

PROS

The combination of bacon and pork creates a juicy, flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer barbecue.

The mustard-based barbecue sauce adds a tangy kick to the dish.

CONS

This dish is high in calories and fat due to the bacon.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork is a good source of protein and essential vitamins and minerals.
In moderation, it can be a healthy addition to a balanced diet.
The mustard-based barbecue sauce is lower in calories and sugar than traditional barbecue sauce.