Cranberry Pork in the Pot

Savor the perfect balance of savory and sweet with this irresistible Cranberry Pork in the Pot recipe, a slow-cooked delight that transforms a tender boneless pork loin into a flavor-packed masterpiece. Featuring the tangy richness of whole-berry cranberry sauce combined with Dijon mustard, soy sauce, and a touch of brown sugar, this dish achieves a harmony of bold and festive flavors. Infused with garlic, onion, and ground black pepper, the sauce thickens to a luscious glaze thanks to a simple cornstarch slurry. This easy-to-make recipe is ideal for a cozy family dinner or holiday gathering, requiring minimal prep time and yielding six generous servings. Serve it over creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or pair with steamed vegetables for a complete meal that’s both comforting and elegant. Whether prepared in a slow cooker or Dutch oven, this dish guarantees fork-tender pork infused with unforgettable flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:255 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless pork loin
• 14 ounces canned whole-berry cranberry sauce
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 0.5 cups water
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Directions

Step 1

Place the boneless pork loin in a slow cooker or large Dutch oven pot.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the cranberry sauce, chopped onion, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and ground black pepper. Stir well to create the sauce mixture.

Step 3

Pour the sauce mixture over the pork loin, ensuring the pork is well-coated.

Step 4

Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours (for a slow cooker) or cook on low heat on the stovetop for approximately 4 hours until the pork is tender and easily shredded with a fork.

Step 5

About 30 minutes before serving, mix the water and cornstarch in a small bowl to make a slurry.

Step 6

Remove the pork from the sauce temporarily and set aside. Stir the cornstarch slurry into the sauce in the pot to thicken it.

Step 7

Place the pork back into the sauce and let it cook for another 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 8

Serve the cranberry pork warm over mashed potatoes, rice, or with steamed vegetables on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1637.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3058.2

Total Fat 133.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 716.7mg	0%
Sodium 2440.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 202.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.1g	0%
Total Sugars 158.8g
Protein 250.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 260.6mg	0%
Iron 9.3mg	0%
Potassium 4276.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.9%

Protein: 33.2%

Carbs: 26.9%