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Tender Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Pork Tenderloin

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A simple, tender, and flavorful slow cooker pork tenderloin recipe with a sweet and savory honey garlic glaze, perfect for easy weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 to 2 pounds pork tenderloin
  • 1/4 cup honey (85 grams)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (60 ml), low-sodium preferred
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (30 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 ml)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork tenderloin dry with paper towels and season lightly with black pepper on all sides.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the pork tenderloin on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  3. Transfer the browned pork to the slow cooker.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, and red pepper flakes if using.
  5. Pour the sauce over the pork in the slow cooker, coating it well.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours until the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) and the pork is tender.
  7. Remove the pork and tent with foil to rest.
  8. Pour the sauce into a saucepan and simmer over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until thickened. For thicker sauce, whisk in 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon cold water and cook until desired consistency.
  9. Slice the pork into medallions, spoon the honey garlic glaze over the top, and garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.

Notes

Browning the pork before slow cooking seals in juices and adds flavor. Use low heat to avoid drying out the pork. Rest the meat before slicing to keep it juicy. Thicken the sauce with cornstarch slurry if desired. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos. Can be cooked in a Dutch oven at 275°F for about 2 hours as an alternative.

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