Question 1

Should pork be covered with liquid in the slow cooker?

Accepted Answer

Although your pork tenderloin needs to have some liquid in the pot while cooking, it is not a great idea to cover it completely. This can cause it to be waterlogged even if it is not water that is covering it. Try it with different flavors of sauce or you can even use Coca-Cola, orange juice, tomato juice, or apple juice.

Question 2

Can you put raw pork in a slow cooker?

Accepted Answer

Yes, cooking your pork raw in the slow cooker is fine. However, I like to season and sear mine before adding it because that holds the flavors in while still being able to absorb the sauce. With a lean cut like a tenderloin, you have to make sure there is liquid in the bottom of the pot so the meat does not stick to it.

Question 3

Should I cook pork in the crockpot on high or low?

Accepted Answer

Pork tenderloin has very little fat and is best cooked low and slow. You need to give it time for the proteins to break down while cooking. However, since you are using a crockpot with a juicy sauce and seared meat, cooking it on high for a few hours would also be fine.

Question 4

How long to cook pork tenderloin in the crockpot?

Accepted Answer

In my recipe, it’s 3 hours (High) and 4-5 hours (Low). However, it ultimately depends on your crockpot. Know your crockpot – how well does it heat? I encourage you to tweak the indicated time in this recipe according to how your crockpot works. You may also check at 1-hour intervals to ensure the meat doesn’t overcook.

Question 5

Can you overcook the meat in a crockpot?

Accepted Answer

Yes! You don’t have to pay so much attention to your crockpot, but it’s good practice to check it once or twice during cooking. This cut is already tender, which means it’s easy to overcook. Instead of moist and juicy meat, you might end up with dry and stringy fibers. The key is to check the internal temp using an instant-read thermometer. Once it’s at 145F, it’s ready.

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