Slow Cooker Sauerkraut Pork Loin: A Delicious and Easy Comfort Food Recipe

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Slow Cooker Sauerkraut Pork Loin: A Delicious and Easy Comfort Food Recipe
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
6 mins
Total Time:
11mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on November 24, 2023

This Slow Cooker Sauerkraut Pork Loin recipe is perfect for those busy days when you want a hearty and comforting meal without any effort. The pork loin is slow-cooked with tangy sauerkraut, creating a flavorful and tender dish that will impress your family and friends. Enjoy the convenience of a slow cooker and the bold flavors of sauerkraut in this delicious recipe.

Ingredients

  • 4 pounds pork loin
  • 2 cups sauerkraut, drained
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon caraway seeds
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar

Directions

  1. Place the pork loin in the slow cooker.
  2. In a bowl, combine the sauerkraut, sliced onion, minced garlic, caraway seeds, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
  3. Pour the sauerkraut mixture over the pork loin in the slow cooker.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix together the chicken broth and apple cider vinegar. Pour the mixture over the sauerkraut and pork loin.
  5. Cover the slow cooker and cook on high for 6 hours or on low for 8-10 hours, until the pork is tender and fully cooked.
  6. Once cooked, remove the pork loin from the slow cooker and let it rest for a few minutes.
  7. Slice the pork loin into desired serving sizes and serve with the sauerkraut mixture on top.
  8. Enjoy this delicious Slow Cooker Sauerkraut Pork Loin as a comforting and flavorful meal.

Interesting Facts

  • Sauerkraut is fermented cabbage that is not only delicious but also rich in probiotics, which are beneficial for gut health.
  • The slow cooking process allows the flavors of the sauerkraut to infuse into the pork loin, resulting in a tender and juicy meat.