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Tender Balsamic Pork Tenderloin Slow Cooker Recipe Easy and Perfect for Meal Prep

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A simple and flavorful slow cooker pork tenderloin recipe with a tangy-sweet balsamic marinade that yields juicy, tender meat perfect for meal prep and easy dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 to 2 pounds pork tenderloin, trimmed of excess fat
  • ½ cup balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary or 1 tablespoon fresh, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme or 1 tablespoon fresh
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Trim the pork tenderloin by removing any silver skin or excess fat to ensure even cooking and tenderness.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, rosemary, thyme, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Place the trimmed pork tenderloin inside the slow cooker. If using, scatter the sliced onion around and under the pork.
  4. Pour the marinade evenly over the pork, turning it a couple of times to coat well. Reserve a few tablespoons of marinade for basting if desired.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours until the pork reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C). For more caramelization, cook on high uncovered for the last 30 minutes, watching closely to avoid drying out.
  6. Remove the pork from the slow cooker and let it rest for 10 minutes to allow juices to redistribute.
  7. Slice the pork into ½-inch thick slices and spoon some of the slow cooker juices or reserved marinade over the slices before serving.
  8. Optional: If the sauce is too thin, transfer it to a saucepan and simmer over medium heat for about 5 minutes until it thickens to a glaze consistency.

Notes

Cooking low and slow is key to tender pork. Rest the meat after cooking to retain juices. Use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 145°F. Sauce can be thickened by simmering or adding a cornstarch slurry. Honey can be swapped with maple syrup or reduced for lower sugar. Optional searing before slow cooking adds flavor but is not necessary.

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