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Easy Crockpot Honey Garlic Pork Tenderloin Recipe with Apple Cider for Perfect Tender Meat

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This easy crockpot honey garlic pork tenderloin with apple cider delivers tender, flavorful meat with a balanced sweet and tangy sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners, it requires minimal prep and slow cooking for melt-in-your-mouth results.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 to 2 pounds pork tenderloin, trimmed
  • 1 cup unsweetened apple cider (240 ml)
  • 1/4 cup honey (85 g)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (30 ml), low-sodium preferred
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (15 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (15 ml)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper (1 g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt (3 g), or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme or rosemary, or 1/2 teaspoon dried (optional)

Instructions

  1. Trim the pork tenderloin by removing any excess silver skin or fat using a sharp knife (about 5 minutes).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider, honey, minced garlic, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Set aside.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork tenderloin on all sides until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side.
  4. Place the seared pork tenderloin in the crockpot. Pour the prepared sauce evenly over the meat. Sprinkle black pepper, salt, and fresh thyme or rosemary if using.
  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.
  6. Remove the pork from the crockpot and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
  7. Pour the sauce from the crockpot into a saucepan and simmer over medium heat until it reduces and thickens, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  8. Slice the pork tenderloin into 1/2-inch (1.3 cm) slices and drizzle with the thickened honey garlic apple cider glaze. Serve immediately.

Notes

Searing the pork before slow cooking adds flavor and locks in moisture. Avoid lifting the crockpot lid frequently to maintain steady heat. If the glaze is too sweet, add a splash more apple cider vinegar. Let the pork rest after cooking to keep it juicy. For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos. Adding sliced onions or diced apples in the crockpot adds texture and sweetness. The recipe can be adapted for Instant Pot pressure cooking (20 minutes high pressure plus sauté for glaze).

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