Savory Brown Sugar Garlic Pork Tenderloin Crockpot Recipe Easy 5-Ingredient Dinner
A simple and comforting slow cooker pork tenderloin recipe featuring a savory-sweet brown sugar garlic glaze that yields tender, flavorful meat with minimal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 to 7 hours on low or 3 to 4 hours on high
- Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes to 7 hours 10 minutes (low) or 3 hours 10 minutes to 4 hours 10 minutes (high)
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 to 1.5 pounds pork tenderloin (450–680 grams)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar (50 grams), preferably dark brown sugar
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce (60 ml), low-sodium recommended
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
Instructions
- Trim any excess fat or silver skin from the pork tenderloin. Pat it dry with paper towels to help the glaze stick better. (About 5 minutes)
- In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup brown sugar, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 cup soy sauce, and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Stir until the brown sugar dissolves a bit and the mixture looks syrupy. (3 minutes)
- Place the tenderloin in the slow cooker and pour the glaze over it, turning gently with tongs to coat all sides evenly. (2 minutes)
- 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. Baste once or twice with the glaze if possible. (Time varies)
- Remove the pork tenderloin carefully and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Pour some of the cooking juices over the slices for extra moisture and taste. (5-10 minutes)
Notes
Pat pork dry before glazing for better flavor absorption. Use fresh garlic for best aroma. Use a meat thermometer to avoid overcooking. Baste pork with glaze during cooking for richer flavor. If glaze is too runny after cooking, simmer it in a saucepan to thicken. Let pork rest before slicing to keep it juicy. Substitute coconut aminos for soy sauce to make gluten-free. Add chili flakes or herbs for variations.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3-ounce (85g) cooked
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 550
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Protein: 22
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