Description
Try this slow cooker pork tenderloin recipe for a delicious, juicy dinner made with a sweet balsamic glaze. Perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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- 2lbs pork tenderloin
- 1 teaspoon ground sage
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 garlic clove (crushed)
- 1/2 cup of water
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup of water
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
Instructions
- In a small bowl combine sage, salt, pepper, and garlic. Mix well. Rub the mixture over the tenderloin.
- Add a ½ cup of water to the slow cooker. Place the tenderloin into the slow cooker. Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
- An hour before the tenderloin has finished cooking. In a small saucepan combine brown sugar, cornstarch, balsamic vinegar, ½ cup water, and soy sauce. Heat over medium heat while stirring until the mixture becomes thick.
- Brush the tenderloin in the slow cooker 2 to 3 times during the last hour of cooking.
- Optional step: To get a caramelized crust, remove the tenderloin from the crockpot and place onto a baking sheet lined with aluminum foil. Brush the tenderloin with the glaze and set under the broiler for 1-2 minutes or until bubbly and caramelized. Repeat 2 to 3 more times until the desired crust is achieved.
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 248
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 427.3 mg
- Fat: 3.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 20.4 g
- Protein: 32.2 g
- Cholesterol: 98.2 mg