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Teriyaki Pork with Peanut Sauce (Slow Cooker)

Thanks to the slow cooker, teriyaki pork with peanut sauce only takes 10 minutes to prep for a dish that's tender, flavorful, and always a crowd-pleaser!
Author: Diabetic Foodie
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients 

  • 5 pounds boneless pork loin roast, (trimmed of fat and cut into 8 pieces)
  • cup teriyaki sauce
  • ¼ cup rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes, (optional)
  • 5 cloves garlic, (minced)
  • ½ cup creamy peanut butter
  • ½ cup scallions, (chopped)
  • ¼ cup cashews or peanuts, (chopped)
  • 2 limes, (cut into 12 wedges)

Instructions

  • Coat the slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. Add the pork (in a single layer if possible), turning the pieces cut-side up.
    5 pounds boneless pork loin roast
  • In a small bowl, mix the teriyaki sauce, rice vinegar, red pepper flakes (if using), and garlic.
    ⅔ cup teriyaki sauce, ¼ cup rice vinegar, 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes, 5 cloves garlic
  • Pour the sauce over the pork.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 8 to 9 hours.
  • Transfer the pork to a bowl and shred with two forks.
  • Add the peanut butter to the liquid in the slow cooker and stir until it dissolves.
    ½ cup creamy peanut butter
  • Return the pork to the slow cooker and toss until the meat is well-coated in the sauce.
  • Garnish each serving with scallions, nuts, and a squeeze of lime.
    ½ cup scallions, ¼ cup cashews or peanuts, 2 limes

Notes

This recipe is for 12 servings of teriyaki pork.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Nutrition Facts
Teriyaki Pork with Peanut Sauce (Slow Cooker)
Amount per Serving
Calories
324
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
9.9
g
15
%
Saturated Fat
 
2.7
g
14
%
Trans Fat
 
0
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1.7
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
3.3
g
Cholesterol
 
122.9
mg
41
%
Sodium
 
295.9
mg
12
%
Potassium
 
109.9
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
 
10
g
3
%
Fiber
 
1.2
g
5
%
Sugar
 
6.1
g
7
%
Protein
 
47
g
94
%
Net carbs
 
8.8
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.