Crock pot Pork Tenderloin
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
6 hrs
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Total Time
6 hrs 5 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
361 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Crock pot Pork Tenderloin
Description
This Crock Pot Pork Tenderloin involves placing a whole pork tenderloin into a slow cooker and pouring over a sauce made from balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, water, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. The cornstarch thickens the sauce during cooking. It simmers for several hours on low or high until the meat is tender and reaches a safe internal temperature.
The slow cooking imparts a balance of sweet and savory flavors from the brown sugar and soy sauce, while the balsamic vinegar adds a subtle acidity. When served, the tender pork slices are brushed or drizzled with the thickened sauce, highlighting the glaze.
This dish fits well as a main entrée paired with sides such as steamed vegetables or rice, absorbing the sauce. The slow cooker method makes it convenient for day-long cooking with minimal attention.
It is important to ensure the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F for safe consumption.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs pork tenderloin
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place pork tenderloin in a 6 quart crock pot.
- Whisk together the balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, water, cornstarch, salt and pepper.
- Pour the balsamic mixture over the pork in the crock pot.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours on low or 3-3.5 hours on high.
- Remove the the pork tenderloin from the crock pot and slice.
- Brush or drizzle the pork tenderloin with the sauce from the crock pot when serving and enjoy!
Notes
- The pork tenderloin should be cooked until it reaches an internal temperature of 145 degrees Fahrenheit for safety.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 361 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 361kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 48g | 96% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 147mg | 49% |
| Sodium | 849mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 940mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 19g | 38% |
| Calcium | 32mg | 3% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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