Pineapple Pork Slow Cooker Recipe
Looking for an easy dinner idea? Try this Pineapple Pork Slow Cooker Recipe! It's sweet, savory, and incredibly delicious.
Equipment
- Slow cooker (6-quart works best)
- Sharp knife
- Cutting board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork shoulder cut into chunks
- 1 can 20 oz pineapple chunks with juice
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger grated
- 1 red bell pepper chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut pork into 2-inch pieces.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Place pieces in your slow cooker.
- Make sure they're spread evenly.
- Open your pineapple can carefully.
- Pour everything into the slow cooker.
- Don't drain the juice.
- The juice adds amazing flavor.
- Combine brown sugar and soy sauce.
- Add minced garlic and grated ginger.
- Stir everything together well.
- Pour this mixture over the pork.
- Chop the red bell pepper.
- Add it to the slow cooker.
- It adds color and crunch.
- Cover with the lid tightly.
- Cook on low for 6-7 hours.
- Or cook on high for 3-4 hours.
- The pork should be fork-tender.
Notes
- Don't skip the pineapple juice.
- It makes the pork extra tender.
- Use fresh garlic for better flavor.
- Brown the pork first for deeper taste.
- This step is optional though.
- Add vegetables in the last hour.
- They stay crispier this way.
- Serve over rice or noodles.
- Garnish with green onions for presentation.