Slow Cooker Pineapple Pork 

This delightful dish combines the savory richness of pork with the tropical sweetness of pineapple. The slow cooker method ensures the pork becomes incredibly tender, while the pineapple infuses its sweet juices throughout the meat, creating a deliciously balanced flavor profile. Perfect for busy lifestyles, this recipe offers a hearty meal with minimal effort.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds pork shoulder or pork butt, cut into chunks

• 1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained (juice reserved)

• 1/4 cup soy sauce

• 1/4 cup brown sugar

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 teaspoon ginger, minced

• 1 tablespoon cornstarch

• 1 tablespoon water

• Salt and pepper to taste

• Chopped green onions for garnish

Directions

1. Prepare the Sauce:

   • In a bowl, mix the reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, salt, and pepper.

2. Combine Ingredients:

   • Place the pork chunks into the slow cooker.

   • Pour the prepared sauce over the pork, ensuring all pieces are coated.

3. Cook:

   • Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the pork is tender.

4. Add Pineapple:

   • During the last hour of cooking, add the pineapple chunks to the slow cooker, stirring gently to combine.

5. Thicken the Sauce:

   • In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to form a slurry.

   • Remove the pork and pineapple from the slow cooker and set aside.

   • Pour the remaining liquid from the slow cooker into a saucepan.

   • Add the cornstarch slurry to the saucepan and bring to a boil, stirring until thickened.

6. Serve:

   • Return the pork and pineapple to the slow cooker and pour the thickened sauce over.

   • Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: Approximately 400 kcal

• Protein: 30 g

• Fat: 20 g

• Carbohydrates: 25 g

• Fiber: 2 g

• Sugar: 15 g

• Sodium: 800 mg