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Cozy Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Garlic Pork Tenderloin

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A tender and juicy pork tenderloin slow-cooked with a sweet and savory brown sugar garlic glaze, perfect for easy weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 to 2 pounds pork tenderloin, trimmed of silver skin
  • ½ cup packed brown sugar (about 110 grams)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup soy sauce (60 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar (30 ml)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (15 ml)
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder (5 grams)
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
  • Fresh herbs (optional, such as thyme or rosemary sprigs)

Instructions

  1. Trim the pork tenderloin by removing any silver skin or excess fat with a sharp knife (about 5 minutes).
  2. In a small bowl, mix together brown sugar, minced garlic, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, onion powder, black pepper, and salt to create the glaze (5 minutes).
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add a bit of olive oil, and sear the pork tenderloin on all sides until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side (10 minutes).
  4. Place the seared pork in the slow cooker and pour the brown sugar garlic glaze evenly over the top, coating well (2 minutes).
  5. 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 enough to pull apart easily.
  6. Remove the pork and let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing to allow juices to redistribute.
  7. Optional: Pour remaining juices into a saucepan and simmer on medium heat for 5 minutes until slightly thickened for a glaze to drizzle over the pork.
  8. Slice the tenderloin against the grain and spoon the glaze over. Garnish with fresh thyme or rosemary if desired.

Notes

Browning the pork before slow cooking adds flavor and texture. Adjust salt after cooking to avoid over-seasoning. If glaze is too thick or sweet, add water or broth to loosen. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos. Pork can be cut into medallions to speed cooking but will lose some tenderness.

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