Slow Cooker Pineapple Pork Loin
A delicious and easy slow-cooker dish featuring tender pork loin, juicy pineapple chunks, and a savory-sweet sauce. Perfect for a family dinner or a flavorful addition to any gathering.
Ingredients
- 2-3 lb pork loin trimmed of excess fat
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 can pineapple chunks with juice 23.5 ounces
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the pork loin and season it generously with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Heat a large pan over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil. Brown the pork loin on all sides, about 2-4 minutes per side, until a golden crust forms.
- Transfer the browned pork to the slow cooker. Rub minced garlic over the pork. Pour in soy sauce and pineapple chunks with juice. Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over the pork.
- Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours for a sliceable pork loin, or 8-10 hours for a more tender, shreddable pork. Occasionally baste with juices.
- For shredded pork, pull the pork apart with two forks, then return it to the slow cooker and cook on low for an additional hour.
- Serve the pineapple pork loin with your favorite side dishes.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes or diced jalapeño to the slow cooker. For a different flavor profile, try substituting honey or maple syrup for brown sugar, or coconut aminos for soy sauce.
Nutrition
Serving: 170gCalories: 380kcal
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