Slow cooker pork tenderloin with sauerkraut and potatoes

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Recipe Summary

active:

15 mins

total:

3 hrs 15 mins

Servings:

6

Servings:

6

Nutrition Info

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Ingredients

Ingredient Checklist
  • 1 ½ pounds tiny red new potatoes, quartered
  • 1 14.75-ounce can sauerkraut with caraway seeds, rinsed and drained
  • 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
  • 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder
  • 2 tablespoons stone ground mustard
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 cup beer
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Instructions Checklist
  • Step 1

    In a 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker, place potatoes, sauerkraut and brown sugar.

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  • Step 2

    Cut pork shoulder in 1 1/2-inch pieces, trimming away and discarding any excess fat. In a medium bowl combine pork, mustard and pepper; toss to coat. Place pork in the cooker. Pour beer over the mixture. Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 6 hours or on high-heat setting for 3 hours. Skim fat from cooking juices. Serve in shallow bowls with juices and garnished with parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size:

1 serving

Per Serving:

316 calories; protein 33.1g; carbohydrates 27.6g; dietary fiber 2.1g; sugars 7.5g; fat 5.9g; saturated fat 1.9g; cholesterol 93.7mg; vitamin a iu 232.9IU; vitamin c 19.9mg; folate 26.7mcg; calcium 35.7mg; iron 2mg; magnesium 59.3mg; potassium 1191.6mg; sodium 543.1mg.

Exchanges:

4 lean protein, 1 1/2 starch, 1 vegetable

December 24, 2021

Fix this Slow Cooker Pork and Sauerkraut on New Year’s Day to ensure good luck in the coming year. As a pig roots forward, so will you!

Slow cooker pork tenderloin with sauerkraut and potatoes

Slow cooker pork tenderloin with sauerkraut and potatoes

Pork and Sauerkraut Tradition

I’m a born and bred Ohio girl so pork and sauerkraut is a traditional meal for me on New Year’s Day. I never really understood the connection, but in researching it I found several references to a pig rooting forward. Therefore eating pork is thought to keep you moving ahead in the next year.  And I suppose if you’re going to make your own luck, moving forward and adapting to change is certainly helpful!

Slow cooker pork tenderloin with sauerkraut and potatoes

How to make Crock Pot Pork and Sauerkraut

This pork can be put together and slow cooked overnight so it is ready and waiting for you to enjoy on New Year’s Day! Simply stir together the sauerkraut and seasonings and pour it over the pork loin. Cook it on LOW heat for 8 – 10 hours, until the pork shreds easily with a fork. It is melt in your mouth delicious!

Slow cooker pork tenderloin with sauerkraut and potatoes

Making Pork and Sauerkraut Kid-Friendly

My secret ingredient in this Slow Cooker Pork and Sauerkraut recipe is apple butter. The sweetness and spice in the apple butter really compliments the tangy flavor of the sauerkraut. It kind of tones down the overall flavor enough so kids will be more likely to enjoy this traditional dish. For purists who want that punch of fermented flavor, you can serve extra sauerkraut on the side.

Slow cooker pork tenderloin with sauerkraut and potatoes

Kitchen Tips:

  • Use a six or eight quart slow cooker for this recipe.
  • I used a boneless pork loin for this recipe.
  • This recipe can be made up to two days ahead and refrigerated. I put my cold pork and sauerkraut back into my slow cooker a few hours to slowly reheat it before serving.
  • Traditional mashed potatoes or my party potatoes should be served with this pork and sauerkraut.

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Slow cooker pork tenderloin with sauerkraut and potatoes

Slow cooker pork tenderloin with sauerkraut and potatoes

Fix this Slow Cooker Pork and Sauerkraut on New Year's Day to ensure good luck in the coming year. As a pig roots forward, so will you!

Course Main Course

Cuisine German

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 8 hours

Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes

Servings 8

Calories 375kcal

  • 3 lb boneless pork loin
  • 1 sweet onion thinly sliced
  • 2 cups sauerkraut
  • 1 cup apple butter
  • 2 tbsp mustard can use whatever kind you have on-hand
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

  • In a large bowl, stir together the onion, sauerkraut, apple butter, mustard, garlic, soy sauce, salt and pepper.

  • Place the pork loin in the crock of a 6 or 8 quart slow cooker. Top it with sauerkraut mixture. Cook on LOW heat for 8 to 10 hours, until the pork loin is easily shredded with a fork.

  • Serve with mashed potatoes and extra sauerkraut on the side.

Calories: 375kcal

More Slow Cooker Pork Recipes

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  • Moo Shu Pork
  • Pulled Pork Recipe
  • Slow Cooker Pork Chops
  • Apple Butter Glazed Pork Tenderloin

Reader Interactions

How do you cook pork tenderloin without drying it out?

Brush the pork tenderloin with additional marinade, then bake in a preheated oven at 425°F for about 15-20 minutes, until the pork reaches a temperature of 145°F, then remove it from the oven. Cooking the pork tenderloin at the high temperature of 425 degrees F helps it cook quickly and prevents it from drying out.

How long should you cook pork in a slow cooker?

Cover and cook on high for 6-7 hours or low for 9-10 or until meat pulls apart easily with a fork. Remove from crockpot and shred meat. Remove any large pieces of fat. Save some of the juice to spoon over pork when serving.

How long does it take to cook a pork roast with potatoes and carrots?

Put the pork on a rack in a roasting pan and place in the oven. Reduce heat to 325 degrees, and roast meat for about 45 minutes. Toss the potatoes and carrots with the olive oil, sprinkle with salt, and place in the pan around the pork. Roast another 75 minutes, or until a meat thermometer reads 160 degrees.

Can you use pork tenderloin for pulled pork?

What is the best cut of meat for pulled pork? Pork shoulder or pork butt are often used for pulled pork. You can also use pork tenderloin (like this recipe) for a leaner cut of meat!