Crock Pot Spicy Pork Loin
Whoa. Seriously, what happened to November? This month has flown by, particularly this last week. What with Joel starting to work nights and trying to sleep at home during the day, me getting a cold and just wanting to stare at the tv for hours on end, and Ladybug decided to exercise her vocal cords by running through the house shrieking and squealing, I’m pooped. Throw Thanksgiving on top of that, and I’m exhausted.
Pork Tenderloin is such a great cut of meat to work with – its so versatile, and cooks so well!
This is a super simple recipe – only three ingredients and a few hours in the crock pot, and you have the makings for a delicious meal!
Ways to use the spicy pork loin recipe
We used the Crock Pot pulled pork to make tacos, but there are really so many things you could do with it, this meat is so tender and delicious! A few ideas:
- Top baked potatoes with the spicy pork loin, shredded cheese, and black beans.
- Add it to omelets for a spicy Mexican breakfast.
- Make a spicy pork loin salad.
We used our favorite salsa, which isn’t too spicy since we have a little one to feed. The pulled pork is slightly spicy and slightly sweet, and is awesome in tacos!
I honestly might never use ground beef for tacos ever again! There is a little bit of “activity” for you to do while the pork cooks, so this spicy pork loin recipe might not be a good choice to make while you are at work. The good news is, it’s perfect for a busy weekend or when you have guests over!
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Crock Pot Spicy Pork Loin Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 lb. Pork Loin
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 2 cups salsa your favorite kind
Instructions
- In the bottom of your crock pot combine the brown sugar and salsa.
- Place the pork in the crock pot and spoon some of the sauce over top.
- Place the lid on and cook on low for 5 hours, turning the pork over halfway through.
- Remove the lid and using two forks, shred the pork and stir it thoroughly in the sauce.
- Replace the lid and allow to cook for an additional hour. If it is still really juicy inside you can remove the lid for the last 30 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken slightly.
- Enjoy!
Hi! This was the first time I used my new crock pot, and this recipe was the favorite at our family reunion. Thanks for sharing the recipe!
You bet, chicken would work great!!
Can I use chicken for this recipe! I just thought that I already used my beef supply here and I am really getting lazy to walk out the house with this cold weather.
oooo I love pulled pork but we do it with BBQ sauce. time to change it up!
Oh wow. This looks so yummy and the crockpot makes it so easy!
Visiting from SRC group D. Nice to meet you. This looks amazing. I love sweet and savory and can never get enough Mexican style food! Can't wait to try this one!
Three ingredient pulled pork? I'm SO there, plus…I've become quite a crockpot nut lately, so yet another goodie to let simmer away while I'm out. Oh..also loving your Vermont SD bread and the rosemary chicken potato skillet. We definitely have to meet one day because I want you to cook me dinner! lol
Holy simple batman! I've been looking for a great shredded pork recipe for tacos or sammies – maybe I'll try this one next 🙂
This really sounds delicious. I am new to your blog but plan to return. I really like the food and recipes you share with your readers and I enjoyed the time I spent here. I hope you have a great day. Blessings…Mary
What a wonderful looking meal and such pretty photos too! Came here through the SRC and so pleased to find you!
Karen @ Lavender and Lovage
That looks really delicious !
This looks so delicious! I'm always looking for new crockpot meals to try, so I've definitely bookmarked this for future use!
I love crock pot recipes–they're lifesavers in a pinch, and always SO easy to make. Great choice! 🙂
Love simple crockpot recipes for busy days..and I have plenty of busy days around here.
This one is right up my alley! 🙂
How fun to have "met" you via the SRC! – thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving such kind words. 🙂
Your recipe that you choose from Double Dipped Life looks so good! LOVE that there are only 3 ingredients to create such a yummy sounding meal. Your tacos must have been super delicious!
These look delicious!! I love how juicy and tender cooking in the crockpot makes the meat. Visiting from SRC.
I am SO glad that you found a recipe that worked for you- and that you liked! Now I'm off to explore YOUR blog! 🙂