Slow Cooker Pineapple Pork Loin Recipe
This Slow Cooker Pineapple Pork Loin Recipe is sweet, tender and full of flavor. It is one of the easiest meals you can make at home. The pork cooks slowly and becomes juicy and soft.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork loin
- 1 can pineapple chunks with juice
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch optional for thickening
Instructions
Prepare the Pork Loin
- Trim extra fat from the pork loin. Pat it dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
Mix the Sauce
- Combine pineapple juice, brown sugar, soy sauce and garlic. Stir until the sugar fully dissolves.
Place Pork in Slow Cooker
- Set the pork loin in the slow cooker. Make sure it sits flat in the center.
Add Pineapple Chunks
- Pour pineapple chunks over the pork. Spread them evenly for full sweet flavor.
Pour the Sauce
- Pour the prepared sauce over the pork. Make sure the pork is well covered.
Cook Slowly
- Cook on low for six hours. Let the pork cook gently until soft and tender.
Thicken the Sauce
- Remove pork. Mix cornstarch with water. Add to sauce and heat until slightly thick.
Slice and Serve
- Slice the pork. Pour the warm pineapple sauce on top. Serve fresh and enjoy.
Notes
- Do not overcook the pork or it may dry.
- Use pineapple chunks, not crushed pineapple, for better texture.
- If you like spicier flavor, add a little chili sauce.
- You can add onions or bell peppers for more taste.
- Let the pork rest before slicing to keep it juicy.