Slow Cooker Honey Soy Pork Tenderloin
Slow Cooker Honey Soy Pork Tenderloin is a delightful dish that transforms tender pork into a flavor-packed meal. This recipe features succulent pork slow-cooked in a luscious honey soy sauce with hints of garlic and ginger, making it perfect for cozy evenings or family gatherings. With minimal preparation and maximum taste, it’s sure to impress your loved ones while providing comfort in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours
- Total Time: 58 minute
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin
- 1/2 cup pure honey
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp freshly grated ginger
- 3 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Spray the slow cooker with nonstick spray or line it with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger until well combined.
- Optionally sear the pork in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned on all sides.
- Place the pork in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over it, ensuring it's well coated.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours until fork-tender.
- Allow resting before slicing; drizzle with sauce and garnish with green onions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, sear the pork first to lock in juices. Feel free to substitute pork with chicken or tofu for a different twist. You can also add sesame seeds as a garnish for extra crunch.