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Savory Slow Cooker Teriyaki Pork with Pineapple

Richly flavored Slow Cooker Teriyaki Pork with Pineapple offers a tantalizing combination of savory and sweet, ideal for family gatherings or a cozy dinner.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs pork shoulder
  • 1 cup teriyaki sauce
  • 1 can 15 oz pineapple chunks
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger grated
  • 2 green onions chopped (for garnish)
  • Sesame seeds optional, for garnish

Instructions

  • Prepare the pork shoulder by trimming excess fat and cutting it into large chunks.
  • In a large bowl, combine the teriyaki sauce, garlic, and ginger.
  • Add the pork chunks to the bowl, coating them thoroughly with the sauce mixture.
  • Place the sliced onion and pineapple chunks in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  • Place the coated pork on top of the onion and pineapple layers.
  • Pour any remaining teriyaki sauce mixture over the pork in the slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or high for 4 to 5 hours, until the pork is tender.
  • Once cooked, shred the pork with two forks and mix it with the sauce.
  • Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired.