Best 5 Instant Pot Applesauce Pork Loin Recipes

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INSTANT POT® APPLESAUCE



Instant Pot® Applesauce image

Five minutes of high pressure is all you need to get a smooth, fragrant applesauce - the Instant Pot® does all the work!

Provided by LauraF

Categories     Side Dish     Applesauce Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 30

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lemon
1 cinnamon stick
1 (1/4 inch thick) slice fresh ginger
1 star anise pod
2 whole cloves
1 piece cheesecloth
3 pounds apples - peeled, cored, and quartered
½ cup water
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons brown sugar, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Use a vegetable peeler to remove 2 thick strips of lemon peel, being careful to avoid the bitter pith. Tie up lemon peel, cinnamon stick, ginger, star anise, and cloves in cheesecloth for easy retrieval after cooking.
  • Place apples in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Add cheesecloth bundle, water, and salt. Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 5 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, 15 to 20 minutes. Avoid releasing pressure manually as hot applesauce may splutter up through the vent. Remove the cheesecloth bundle with a slotted spoon and discard.
  • Mix brown sugar into the applesauce until dissolved. Taste and adjust the level of sweetness if needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 28.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.7 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 0.2 g, Sodium 39.9 mg, Sugar 5.6 g

APPLESAUCE PORK LOIN



Applesauce Pork Loin image

I sampled this tasty pork roast in a commercial cooking course I took years ago and saved the recipe. Later, I converted it to family-size, and it's become a favorite. -Vikki Rebholz, West Chester, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 boneless pork loin roast (3 pounds)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 cup applesauce
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
3 fresh rosemary sprigs

Steps:

  • Sprinkle roast with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, brown roast on all sides in oil. Place on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. Combine the applesauce, mustard and honey; spread over roast. Top with rosemary. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 1 to 1-1/4 hours or until a thermometer reads 145°. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 226mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 22g protein.

INSTANT POT® PORK TENDERLOIN



Instant Pot® Pork Tenderloin image

Super moist and flavorful pork tenderloin prepared in an Instant Pot®.

Provided by Misty Noelle

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Pork Tenderloin Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 teaspoons olive oil
1 (2 pound) pork tenderloin, or to taste
1 teaspoon Greek seasoning
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 cup apple juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Heat olive oil until shimmering, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Season pork tenderloin with Greek seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add to the preheated pot and cook until browned, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate. Pour apple juice into the pot; scrape up any pork bits left on the bottom. Set rack inside the pot and place tenderloin on the rack.
  • Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 10 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method for 10 minutes according to manufacturer's instructions. Quick-release any remaining pressure. Unlock and remove the lid. Lift out tenderloin and set aside to rest for 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, remove 1/4 cup of the liquid from the pot and mix with cornstarch to make a slurry. Pour slurry back into the pot. Select Saute function and simmer sauce until thickened, about 5 minutes. Slice pork and drizzle sauce on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.9 calories, Carbohydrate 4.7 g, Cholesterol 63.2 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 20.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 122.7 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

INSTANT POT® APPLESAUCE PORK LOIN



Instant Pot® Applesauce Pork Loin image

Applesauce and apple cider add sweetness to a savory pork loin. This is good served with rice or mashed potatoes with the pan gravy on top.

Provided by Tammy Lynn

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt
ground black pepper to taste
1 (2 1/2 pound) pork loin
½ cup chicken broth
½ cup apple cider
¼ teaspoon ground thyme
½ cup applesauce
1 medium yellow onion, quartered
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Heat olive oil. Sprinkle garlic powder, salt, and pepper all over the pork loin and sear in the hot oil on all sides, about 2 minutes per side. Remove pork from the pot. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up all the browned bits so none are stuck on the bottom. Turn off Saute function.
  • Pour in apple cider and add pork loin back to the pot. Mix ground thyme into the applesauce and spread over the top and sides of the pork loin. Place onion slices around the pork loin. Close and lock the lid. Select High pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 25 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 15 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
  • Remove pork and onion slices from the pot. Mix cornstarch with cold water in a bowl.
  • Turn on Saute function and stir cornstarch mixture into the pan juices. Bring to a boil and cook until gravy has slightly thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Serve gravy with the pork loin.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506.7 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 138.7 mg, Fat 28.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 46.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 490.7 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

INSTANT POT® APPLESAUCE PORK LOIN



Instant Pot® Applesauce Pork Loin image

Applesauce and apple cider add sweetness to a savory pork loin. This is good served with rice or mashed potatoes with the pan gravy on top.

Provided by Tammy Lynn

Categories     Pork Loin

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt
ground black pepper to taste
1 (2 1/2 pound) pork loin
½ cup chicken broth
½ cup apple cider
¼ teaspoon ground thyme
½ cup applesauce
1 medium yellow onion, quartered
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • Turn on a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®) and select Saute function. Heat olive oil. Sprinkle garlic powder, salt, and pepper all over the pork loin and sear in the hot oil on all sides, about 2 minutes per side. Remove pork from the pot. Pour in chicken broth and scrape up all the browned bits so none are stuck on the bottom. Turn off Saute function.
  • Pour in apple cider and add pork loin back to the pot. Mix ground thyme into the applesauce and spread over the top and sides of the pork loin. Place onion slices around the pork loin. Close and lock the lid. Select High pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 25 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
  • Release pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 15 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
  • Remove pork and onion slices from the pot. Mix cornstarch with cold water in a bowl.
  • Turn on Saute function and stir cornstarch mixture into the pan juices. Bring to a boil and cook until gravy has slightly thickened, 3 to 5 minutes. Serve gravy with the pork loin.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 506.7 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 138.7 mg, Fat 28.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 46.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 490.7 mg, Sugar 8.1 g

Tips

  • Choose the right pork loin. For this recipe, you'll want to use a boneless, skinless pork loin roast. This cut of meat is lean and tender, and it cooks quickly in the Instant Pot.
  • Season the pork loin generously. The seasonings in this recipe help to enhance the flavor of the pork. Be sure to rub the seasonings all over the pork loin, including the sides and ends.
  • Brown the pork loin before cooking it in the Instant Pot. Browning the pork loin helps to develop its flavor and create a delicious crust. To brown the pork loin, heat some oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork loin to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until browned.
  • Add the applesauce, chicken broth, and spices to the Instant Pot. The applesauce, chicken broth, and spices help to create a flavorful cooking liquid for the pork loin. Be sure to stir the ingredients well to combine.
  • Cook the pork loin in the Instant Pot on high pressure for 15-20 minutes. The cooking time will vary depending on the size of the pork loin. For a 2-pound pork loin, cook for 15 minutes. For a 3-pound pork loin, cook for 20 minutes.
  • Let the pork loin rest before slicing and serving. Letting the pork loin rest helps to redistribute the juices, resulting in a more tender and flavorful meat.

Conclusion

This Instant Pot applesauce pork loin is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The pork loin is cooked to perfection in the Instant Pot, and the applesauce, chicken broth, and spices create a flavorful cooking liquid that infuses the pork with flavor. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends!

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