Description
This Mouthwatering Slow Cooker Pork and Sauerkraut recipe is a comforting dish that brings family and friends together with its rich flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 piece Pork Loin Roast (Tender and perfect for slicing)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (Can substitute with olive oil)
- 1 can Sauerkraut (Drain some liquid for best results)
- 1 piece Apple (Firm variety like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 piece Onion (Yellow or sweet onions recommended)
- 1 teaspoon Salt (Kosher or sea salt works best)
- 1 teaspoon Cracked Black Pepper (Freshly ground preferred)
- 2 tablespoons Brown Sugar (Can substitute with honey or maple syrup)
- 1 cup Apple Juice (Choose unsweetened for a healthier option)
Instructions
- Bring the pork loin to room temperature and season generously with salt and cracked black pepper.
- Peel and slice the apple and onion, then layer half of the slices at the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Carefully place the seasoned pork on top of the apple and onion layer.
- Evenly distribute the sauerkraut over the pork, followed by the remaining apple and onion slices.
- Sprinkle brown sugar on top, then pour the apple juice over everything and dot with pieces of unsalted butter.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on Low for 7-8 hours or High for 4-5 hours.
- Once cooked, shred the pork using two forks and mix it with the sauce and veggies. Serve warm.
Notes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: Slow Cooker, Pork, Sauerkraut, Comfort Food