Crockpot Brown Sugar Balsamic Glazed Pork Tenderloin is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the sweetness of brown sugar with the tanginess of balsamic vinegar, resulting in a flavorful and tender pork tenderloin.
Author:Lorenzo Bonucci
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:6-8 hours
Total Time:6-8 hours 15 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Main Dish
Method:Crockpot
Cuisine:American
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
2 pounds pork tenderloin
1 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup soy sauce
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
1 tablespoon water (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
In a bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, black pepper, and salt until well combined.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork tenderloin on all sides until browned (about 3-4 minutes per side). This step is optional but adds flavor.
Place the seared pork tenderloin in the crockpot. Pour the balsamic mixture over the pork, ensuring it is well coated.
Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the pork is tender and cooked through.
If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl to create a slurry. About 30 minutes before serving, stir the slurry into the sauce in the crockpot and let it thicken.
Once cooked, remove the pork from the crockpot and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Serve with the balsamic glaze drizzled over the top.
Notes
For a sweeter glaze, increase the brown sugar to 3/4 cup.
Serve with roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.