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seasoned pork loin

(1 rating)
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Blue Ribbon Recipe by
Lisa Foote
@LisaFoote
Castle Pines, CO

The mix of spices for the rub is very simple. The flavor they bring out and the simplicity of this recipe are why I use it over and over. Once the meat is cooked, you can use it for pulled pork or just have it as it is for delicious dinner meat. I like to let the pork loin sit in the rub for a day. But if you only have a few hours, it's still great!

Blue Ribbon Recipe

If you need a super easy dinner, try this pork loin. Let the seasoning set overnight, throw the pork loin in the Crock Pot with a few fresh ingredients, and prep is done. Once it cooks, the pork is super tender. The meat has a Tex-Mex feel thanks to the chili powder and cumin. The perfect recipe for a busy day.

— The Test Kitchen @kitchencrew
(1 rating)
yield 4 serving(s)
cook time 6 Hr
method Slow Cooker Crock Pot

Ingredients For seasoned pork loin

  • 1-2 lb
    pork loin, lean
  • 1 tsp
    Kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp
    black pepper, ground
  • 1 tsp
    chili powder
  • 1 tsp
    cumin, ground
  • 1 tsp
    garlic powder
  • 1 stalk
    celery, chopped
  • 1 c
    carrots, chopped
  • 1/2
    onion, chopped
  • 1/4 c
    water

How To Make seasoned pork loin

Test Kitchen Tips
We had two small strips of pork loin that were about 1 lb each. After sliced, we poured the natural juices over the pork loin for additional flavor.
  • Spices added to a bowl.
    1
    In a gallon Ziploc bag, mix the dry spices up well.
  • Pork and seasonings in a resealable bag.
    2
    Add the pork loin and make sure it's covered in the spices. Seal the bag and place it in the refrigerator for 3-24 hours. The longer it sits the better it will taste.
  • Carrots, celery, onion, and water added to slow cooker.
    3
    Before adding the ingredients, line your Crock Pot with a cooking liner (I get these at Target) or grease it. In the Crock Pot, add the carrots, celery, onion, and water.
  • Pork loin placed on top of the vegetables.
    4
    Remove the pork loin from the Ziploc bag. Discard the bag and remaining spices. Place the pork loin over the vegetables in the Crock Pot. Cook on medium heat 6 hours, or longer if you have the time.
  • Slicing pork loin into slices.
    5
    Once the meat is done, you can shred it for sandwiches or slice it into loin medallions.
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