Description
Achieve unbelievably tender, flavor-packed pork tenderloin with minimal effort using your slow cooker. Infused with a rich, homemade teriyaki sauce, this dish is perfect for a delicious weeknight meal or easy entertaining.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs pork tenderloin, trimmed
- 1 tbsp olive oil (for searing, optional)
- 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce (or tamari for GF)
- 1/4 cup honey or packed light brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 1–2 tbsp cornstarch
- 2–3 tbsp cold water
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil (optional, for finishing)
- Sesame seeds and sliced green onions, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1: Sear Pork (Optional): Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear pork tenderloin on all sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to the slow cooker.
- Step 2: Prepare Teriyaki Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce, honey (or brown sugar), rice vinegar, ginger, garlic, and broth. Pour the sauce over the pork tenderloin in the slow cooker.
- Step 3: Slow Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 2.5 to 3.5 hours, or on HIGH for 1.5 to 2.5 hours, until pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) and is fork-tender.
- Step 4: Thicken Sauce: Carefully remove pork to a cutting board, tent with foil. In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry. Pour slurry into the slow cooker liquid, whisking constantly. Increase slow cooker to HIGH (or transfer liquid to a saucepan) and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until sauce thickens.
- Step 5: Slice and Serve: Slice pork into medallions. Drizzle with thickened teriyaki sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions, and a small drizzle of sesame oil if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 2.5-3.5 hours