Slow Cooker Pineapple Pork Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds (900 g) pork shoulder or pork loin
• 1 can (20 oz) pineapple chunks (in juice, drained, reserve juice)
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground ginger (or fresh grated ginger)
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Cooked rice (for serving)
• Chopped green onions and sesame seeds (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pork:

• Season the pork shoulder with salt and pepper. Place it in the slow cooker.

1. Make the Sauce:

• In a bowl, combine the reserved pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using). Mix well.

1. Add Pineapple and Sauce:

• Pour the sauce over the pork in the slow cooker. Add the pineapple chunks on top.

1. Cook:

• Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.

1. Serve:

• Once cooked, shred the pork in the slow cooker and mix it with the sauce. Serve over cooked rice, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Enjoy! 🍽️

This sweet and savory dish is perfect for a family dinner and sure to impress!