Description
A tender and flavorful pork tenderloin slow-cooked with a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds pork tenderloin
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the pork: Trim any excess fat from the pork tenderloin.
- Mix the marinade: In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Place in the Crockpot: Position the pork tenderloin in the Crockpot and pour the balsamic mixture over it.
- Set and forget: Cover and cook on low for 360-480 minutes or on high for 180-240 minutes.
- Check for doneness: The pork is ready when it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
- Rest and slice: Let it rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.
- Serve and enjoy: Drizzle balsamic sauce from the Crockpot over the sliced pork and garnish with fresh parsley.
Notes
For a zesty twist, add orange zest to the marinade. This recipe is make-ahead and freezer-friendly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 360 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 oz. of pork with sauce
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg