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Easy Crockpot Honey Garlic Pork Tenderloin Recipe with Baby Potatoes

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A comforting and easy slow-cooked pork tenderloin with a sweet and savory honey garlic glaze, paired with tender baby potatoes that soak up all the flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 to 2 pounds pork tenderloin, trimmed of excess fat
  • 1.5 pounds baby potatoes, halved if larger than bite-sized
  • 1/4 cup honey (85 g), ideally raw or unfiltered
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce (60 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (30 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 ml), for searing (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork tenderloin dry with paper towels. Season generously with salt, pepper, and dried thyme.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork tenderloin on each side for about 2 minutes until golden brown. Transfer the pork to the crockpot. (Optional but recommended)
  3. Rinse the baby potatoes and halve any larger than a golf ball. Arrange them around and under the pork in the crockpot.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and red pepper flakes if using. Whisk until well blended.
  5. Pour the sauce evenly over the pork and potatoes in the crockpot.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) and is tender, and the potatoes are fork-tender.
  7. Remove the pork and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Stir the potatoes in the sauce to coat evenly. Adjust seasoning with salt or pepper if needed.
  8. Slice the pork tenderloin and serve alongside the glazed baby potatoes. Spoon extra sauce over the top.

Notes

Searing the pork before slow cooking adds flavor and a nice crust but is optional. Use tamari or coconut aminos instead of soy sauce for gluten-free and soy-free versions. If the sauce is too thin after cooking, simmer it on the stovetop to thicken. Letting the pork rest before slicing keeps it juicy. For a low-carb version, substitute baby potatoes with cauliflower florets or turnips.

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