Imagine a dinner that practically cooks itself, filling your home with an irresistible aroma of sweet and savory goodness. This Crockpot Honey Soy Pork Tenderloin is your ticket to an effortless, restaurant-quality meal that will have your family begging for seconds. With just minutes of prep time and a slow cooker doing the heavy lifting, you'll transform a simple pork tenderloin into a tender, glossy masterpiece that's bursting with Asian-inspired flavors.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 6 hrs
Total Time: 6 hrs 10 mins
Cuisine: Asian
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork tenderloin
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the pork tenderloin by patting it dry with paper towels and trimming any excess fat or silver skin.
- Season the pork tenderloin generously with salt and pepper on all sides.
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, and minced ginger until well combined.
- Place the seasoned pork tenderloin into the crockpot, ensuring it sits flat and is not folded or overlapping.
- Pour the honey soy mixture evenly over the pork tenderloin, making sure it is completely coated.
- Cover the crockpot and set to low heat for 6 hours, allowing the pork to cook slowly and become tender.
- After 6 hours, check the internal temperature of the pork with a meat thermometer. It should read 145°F (63°C) for safe consumption.
- Remove the pork tenderloin from the crockpot and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Optional: While the meat rests, reduce the remaining sauce in the crockpot on high heat for a thicker glaze.
- Slice the pork tenderloin against the grain and drizzle with the reduced sauce before serving.
Tips
- Pat the pork tenderloin completely dry before seasoning to ensure a perfect sear and better sauce absorption.
- Use a meat thermometer to guarantee the perfect doneness - 145°F is the sweet spot for juicy, safe-to-eat pork.
- Slice the meat against the grain to maximize tenderness and create beautiful, easy-to-eat pieces.
- For an extra flavor boost, consider toasting some sesame seeds or chopped green onions to sprinkle on top before serving.
- If you want a thicker sauce, let it reduce on high heat for an additional 10-15 minutes after removing the pork.
- This recipe is incredibly forgiving - if you're running late, the slow cooker will keep your meat moist and delicious.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 398kcal
Carbohydrates: 19g
Protein: 56g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 160mg
