Easy Crock Pot Sweet and Spicy Pot Pork Loin Recipe

"This is a delicious and easy crock pot recipe. Tender and full of flavor; yet, easy to prepare. One thing I do before adding the pork to the crock pot; is to sear it. I think it adds tons of flavor; and really makes the dish - so, don't skip this step. When ready to serve dinner - make a quick stir fry of your favorite vegetables, and some rice. Leftovers are great in sandwiches, fried rice, or stir fry, etc. The base of the recipe came from a small check out counter cook book."

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Pork ... Remove the pork from the refrigerator to take the chill off. Season with plenty of salt and pepper on all sides. Add olive oil to the bottom on a saute pan, and bring to medium high heat. Saute the pork, until each side is golden brown, and seared. Then, transfer to the crock pot.

Step 2

Sauce ... As the pork cooks - prepare the sauce. Add the soy, honey, olive oil, broth, ginger, garlic, steak seasoning, and red pepper flakes to a small bowl; and, mix to combine.

Step 3

Sauce and Pork ... Surround the pork with the onions. Then, remove the pan you cooked the pork in from the heat; add the sauce, scraping up the bits from the bottom, which will deglaze the pan - and, pour the sauce over the pork.

Step 4

Cook ... Cover and cook. I prefer low heat - 8-10 hours on low, 7-9 hours on high. But, please remember, all crock pots these days seem to cook differently. Especially the new ones, which are much hotter.

Step 5

Finish ... Transfer the pork to a serving platter, and cover with foil before serving. Transfer the remaining liquid to a serving to a measuring cup, to pour over the pork. Cut the pork into slices; although, it will probably just fall apart (which is ok). Garnish with scallions.

Step 6

Serve and ENJOY! ... As I mentioned; a simple vegetable stir fry and rice are the perfect sides. Leftovers can be used in so many different ways.

Step 7

Note: my large oval new crock pot took 7 1/2 hours oh high; yet, my friends took 6 1/2. So, my point, is - just know your own crock pot; they are all so different these days. I like to cook on low when possible; as it is much for forgiving.