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    🏠Home » Recipes » Pork Tenderloin Recipes

    Grilled Bacon Wrapped Pork Medallions

    Jul 23, 2020 · Modified: Apr 15, 2021 by Dan Mikesell AKA DrDan · 20 Comments

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    4.58 from 47 votes

    Elegant restaurant-quality grilled pork tenderloin medallion with a smoky bacon wrap is bound to impress. It's now easy to make a great easy dinner for casual special occasions.

    grilled bacon wrapped pork medaion on white plate

    Jump To:
    • 🐖Pork Tenderloin
    • ♨️The Grill
    • ✔️Tips
    • 📖Pork Tenderloin Recipes
    • 🖼️Step-by-Step Photo Instructions
    • 📝Recipe

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    Introduction

    What can be better than bacon-wrapped pork tenderloin grilled to perfection? A great change of pace from steaks for that special meal. Try it for your next casual company grilling night. It won't disappoint.

    Date night, we don't do it enough, but sometimes we get out even on a weeknight. We were off to Snug Harbor, one of our local favorites on the river with a view of the lighthouse on Lake Michigan. I stuck with my normal nachos supreme. I needed the extra 2000 calories.

    My wife decided to try something new; the bacon-wrapped pork medallions. She didn't like the curried apple chutney but loved the meat.

    She started to plan my next post right then. She wanted to grill, not seared, and oven-roasted. She wanted the same rub as my ribs. I can follow directions.

    My Rating

    My rating system. Great 5 out of 5

    A low 5 or high 4. But it looks fantastic, so a five it is.

    🐖Pork Tenderloin

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    Please be sure you are using pork tenderloin for this recipe. People seem to get confused with pork loin. Slices of pork loin are really pork chops. The tenderloin will have a different texture and taste.

    ♨️The Grill

    Almost any gas grill will do. We want a grill surface temperature of 450° to a maximum of 500°.  On most gas grills will be at about 60-75%. DO NOT look at the thermometer on the hood of your grill; it is not even close.

    Please see my A Beginners Guide to Grill Temperature on a Gas Grill for help on grill surface temperature.

    Charcoal should be fine. Just don't crank up the heat all the way and watch the temperature.

    Of course, preheat, clean, and brush with vegetable oil.

    ✔️Tips

    Seasoning

    This is spice it as you like it type recipe. So season to your taste.

    I used a version of my 8:3:1:1 rub at my wife's request. But the All Purpose Seasoning - 7:2:1 and 7:2:2 would be excellent, and I think I will use it next time.

    Bacon

    I was afraid the bacon would not cook well since several recipes precook the bacon a bit - like 2 minutes in the microwave. While the bacon was not "crispy," it was delicious and was fully cooked—no need for the extra step.

    Technique Notes

    I think the assembly technique is the big secret to this recipe. It just makes doing it ultra simple. You can cut the pieces first, then wrap, but my way is much easier.

    It would be best to get the amount of meat about the same in all the medallions. So think about volume more than thickness as you cut.

    Cut the tail end and bring it back around to thicken up that end piece. You can cut it completely off or 75% through and fold back.

    For Two Tip

    These are easy to freeze for 3-4 months. Freeze after assembly and seasoning.

    📖Pork Tenderloin Recipes

    Grilled Pork Tenderloin Medallions

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    How to Grill a Pork Tenderloin on a Gas Grill

    This recipe is listed in these categories. See them for more similar recipes.

    Grill Recipes, Pork | Ham and Bacon Recipes, Pork Recipes, Pork Tenderloin Recipes
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    🖼️Step-by-Step Photo Instructions

    Pork tenderloin with bacon and spices

    Clean and oil your grill. Adjust to get a consistent surface temperature of about 450°. That is about medium-high on most grills.

    mixing spices in small bowl

    Mix your seasoning. I'm using an 8:3:1:1 mixture (wife's request), but a simpler salt, pepper, and garlic combo (like my 7:2:2) would also be good.

    pork tenderloin trimmed on black board

    Trim pork tenderloin of any loose fat, membranes, and silverskin.

    processing bacon wrapped medalions in four steps

    1) On a cutting board, lay out four strips of bacon side by side with a little gap between (about 8 inches).

    2) Lay the trimmed tenderloin on the bacon, trim off the skinny tail end of the tenderloin, and lay beside that end of the tenderloin to make a thicker part.

    3) Roll the bacon over the tenderloin, then cut between bacon.

    4) Lay flat and smash the meat to make the piece about the same thickness as the bacon. Now pin the end of the bacon with a toothpick and use two in the piece with the tail end to keep it together—spice to your taste.

    placing pork medalions on grill

    Place over direct heat and flip about every 5 minutes until an internal temperature of 145°-150° (depending on your taste)—about 20 minutes.

    cut pork medalion on white plate

    Allow to rest 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

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    📝Recipe

    grilled bacon wrapped pork medaion on white plate

    Grilled Bacon Wrapped Pork Medallions

    From Dan Mikesell AKA DrDan
    Elegant restaurant-quality grilled pork tenderloin medallion with a smoky bacon wrap is bound to impress. It's now easy to make a great easy dinner for casual special occasions.
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    4.58 from 47 votes
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings #/Adjust if desired 4

    Ingredients

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    • 1 pork tenderloin
    • 4 strips bacon
    • seasoning of your choice - 7:2:2, salt and pepper or rub below
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    Instructions

    • Clean and oil your grill. Adjust to get a consistent surface temperature of about 450°. That is about medium-high on most grills.
    • Mix your seasoning. I'm using an 8:3:1:1 mixture (wife's request) but a simpler salt, pepper, and garlic combo (like my 7:2:2) would also be good.
    • Trim pork tenderloin of any loose fat, membranes, and silverskin.
    • On a cutting board, lay out four strips of bacon with a little gap between (about 8 inches).
    • Lay the trimmed tenderloin on the bacon and trim off the skinny tail end of the tenderloin, and lay beside that end of the tenderloin to make a thicker part.
    • Roll the bacon over the tenderloin, then cut between the bacon.
    • Lay flat and smash the meat to make the piece about the same thickness as the bacon. Now pin the end of the bacon with a toothpick and use two in the piece with the tail end to keep it together–spice to your taste.
    • Place over direct heat and flip about every 5 minutes until an internal temperature of 145°-150° (depending on your taste)–about 20 minutes.
    • Allow to rest 5 to 10 minutes before serving.
    See the step-by-step photos in the post. Some recipes have an option to display the photos here with a switch above these instructions but the photos DO NOT print.

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    Recipe Notes

    Pro Tips

    1. Check the post above for a visual example of how to cut and wrap the medallions.
    2. Spice to your taste. Just some salt and pepper is fine–usually with garlic. That would be my 7:2:2 seasoning. My wife wanted my rib rub, which is listed below. Only use about 2 teaspoons of the rub if you elect to use it. Seal tightly and store for later.
    3. The bacon cooks well for me with this recipe, but if your bacon is not cooking adequately, spend the last few minutes of grilling with the medallions on their side to cook the bacon more.
    4. FOR TWO TIP; easy to freeze for 3-4 months. Freeze after assembly and seasoning.

    Optional 8:3:1:1 Rub

    You will only need a few teaspoons of this if you use this as your seasoning. Seal the remainder of the rub and save for later.
    8 tablespoons brown sugar
    3 tablespoons kosher salt
    1 tablespoon chili powder
    1 teaspoon black pepper
    1 teaspoon onion powder
    1 teaspoon garlic powder

    To adjust the recipe size:

    You may adjust the number of servings in this recipe card under servings. This does the math for the ingredients for you. BUT it does NOT adjust the text of the instructions. So you need to do that yourself.

    Nutrition Estimate

    Nutrition Facts
    Grilled Bacon Wrapped Pork Medallions
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 175 Calories from Fat 54
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 6g9%
    Saturated Fat 2g10%
    Cholesterol 90mg30%
    Sodium 495mg21%
    Potassium 543mg16%
    Carbohydrates 1g0%
    Protein 29g58%
    Calcium 6mg1%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
    Serving size is my estimate of a normal size unless stated otherwise. The number of servings per recipe is stated above. This is home cooking, and there are many variables. All nutritional information are estimates and may vary from your actual results. To taste ingredients such as salt will be my estimate of the average used.
    Course : Main Course
    Cuisine : American

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    Originally Published June 8, 2014.  Updated with expanded options, refreshed photos, and a table of contents to help navigation.

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    1. Mike R

      December 26, 2020 at 4:05 pm

      Haven't tried this recipe yet, but it's been added to my "Gonna Try" list.

      Btw... PROOFREAD! I almost gave up reading this due to all the errors. :(

      Reply
    2. Audrey

      July 24, 2020 at 11:11 am

      Dr. Dan, quit with the grill recipes. Not a great amount of people grill, get back to indoor recipes

      Reply
      • Dan Mikesell AKA DrDan

        July 24, 2020 at 11:15 am

        Hi Audrey,

        Welcome to the blog. I had exactly the opposite comment 2 days ago wanting "outdoors and grilling recipes". There will be a few more coming but I have a crock pot recipe coming in a few days.
        Dan

      • jp

        July 29, 2020 at 10:43 am

        5 stars
        Totally disagree. Grilling ideas are a major strength in your repertoire.

      • Dan Mikesell AKA DrDan

        July 29, 2020 at 10:50 am

        Hi jp,

        Welcome to the blog.

        I try to provide year-round cooking. It is grill season so mostly that but I did a crock pot recipe today. I try to keep everybody happy,

        Thanks for the note, support, and rating.

        Da

      • Diane

        September 21, 2020 at 10:50 am

        5 stars
        I'm so happy with your recipes! Your grill recipes got me over my fear of grilling! Plus working from home I now take time to cook one good meal a day! Thanks for all the insight!

      • Leigh Clark

        June 16, 2021 at 3:11 pm

        Audrey - What circle of friends are you speaking of? I don't know anyone who would heat up their home in the summer heat rather than grill. Most people grill in the winter too! So, if you don't like his grill receipes - scroll though them or ignore - but please don't speak for everyone else when commenting that no one grills anymore as this is NOT true.

      • Ted

        June 01, 2022 at 7:48 pm

        Dear Audrey, although I'm 2 years late on a reply.... I'm all for indoor recipes but in the winter. Being summer just around the corner it's ""GRILL'N TIME""!!! Having people over this coming weekend and can't wait to get this recipe on the grill!

    3. Courtney

      July 29, 2018 at 8:01 pm

      How to reheat a medallion? Temp, time?

      Reply
      • DrDan

        July 29, 2018 at 9:56 pm

        I have never had good luck reheating pork tenderloin. I would only cook what is needed then freeze the others after you make them up. The cook the same after a complete thaw.
        Dan

    4. Michael Bell

      July 26, 2018 at 3:31 pm

      I just try this recipe. Very good, and easy to do

      Reply
    5. LN

      May 21, 2018 at 11:44 am

      Wow!!! The daily-recommended sodium value is 2,300 milligrams. Your nutritional facts for this recipe shows the Sodium is 2177 mg = 91%. For sure, this recipe is not for someone with high blood pressure or hypertension.

      Reply
      • DrDan

        May 21, 2018 at 1:36 pm

        Well, this was a simple fix. The recipe plugin pulled in all the rub. It used normal salt, not kosher. And, it normally takes only about 1/4 of the rub. So recalculated to 993.

    6. Carmen

      January 07, 2018 at 10:51 am

      This is the best way I've ever made pork tenderloin. I've never thought you grill it it's fantastic. I've made it muttiple times now however I just use whatever seasoning mix I fancy.

      Reply
    7. Sarah

      June 11, 2016 at 12:06 am

      Agree with ehorak, this was so amazing. And so easy with pork I bought already bacon wrapped from the grocery store. I was blown away. Thank you!

      Reply
    8. Kate

      June 14, 2015 at 10:04 am

      5 stars
      We loved this recipe. It came out great. Easy and simple to follow. I'm going to try more. I loved the picture of Molly and Lillwhat breed of dog are they? Adorable

      Reply
      • DrDan

        June 14, 2015 at 10:15 am

        I do really like this recipe. Maybe it's the bacon...
        Lilly and Molly are English Golden Retrievers. They are a little shorter and wider but that same great Golden personality.
        Thanks for the note and rating.

        DrDan

      • ehorak

        July 19, 2015 at 10:45 am

        5 stars
        oh my gosh! this is probably the best pork i have ever had. fine dining quality. simple recipe. the side dish took more time to prepare than the pork... we had rain at the last minute so i convection broiled it at 450° for 20 minutes. my husband and daughter went nuts. thanks so much for this recipe!

    9. Chris Mayhue

      November 27, 2014 at 6:04 pm

      Never oil your grill. Only oil your meat!!!!

      Reply
      • DrDan

        November 27, 2014 at 8:34 pm

        I totally disagree. Each to their own.
        DrDan

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