INSTANT POT® APPLESAUCE PORK LOIN

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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

Shamari Scott
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Easy and tasty! The pork was cooked perfectly and the applesauce added a nice touch of sweetness. A great weeknight meal.


Ciniso
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This recipe is a winner! The pork loin was juicy and flavorful, and the applesauce was a delightful complement. I will definitely be making this again.


Christil Buultjens
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Not a fan. The pork was dry and the applesauce was bland. Wouldn't recommend this recipe.


Asad Ahmad
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Absolutely loved this recipe! The pork loin was incredibly tender and the applesauce was the perfect balance of sweetness and tanginess. Definitely a new favorite.


Happy Shakh
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Tried this recipe last night. Pork was a bit overcooked, but the applesauce was delicious. Will try again with a shorter cook time.


Georgina Eshun
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Wow! This dish was a burst of flavors in my mouth. Pork was succulent, applesauce tangy yet sweet, and the spices added a wonderful depth. Highly recommend.


Md ajim Hossen
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Meh. Not my cup of tea. The pork was dry and the applesauce was too sweet for my taste.


Mehtab Muhammad
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This recipe is a keeper! The pork loin was cooked perfectly and the applesauce was divine. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Gregory Orr
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So-so. The pork was a bit tough, but the applesauce was tasty. Maybe I did something wrong.


T Shahzad
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I love this recipe! The pork loin is always tender and juicy, and the applesauce is the perfect complement. I also like that it's a one-pot meal, so cleanup is a breeze.


MD RJ RJ
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Super easy to make and oh-so-delicious! The pork was tender and moist and the applesauce added a delightful sweetness. Highly recommend this recipe.


Mohsin Ali Hans
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This recipe was a hit with my family! The pork loin was cooked to perfection and the applesauce was the perfect accompaniment. I will definitely be making this again.


David Frosch
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Not bad, not bad at all. Pork was juicy and the applesauce gave it a unique flavor. Will try again.


Alex Jaimes
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So impressed with this recipe! The pork was tender and flavorful, and the applesauce added a nice touch of sweetness. Will definitely be adding this to my regular rotation.


Lisa Jennings
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Easy peasy! Even I could make it. And it tasted so good. Loved how the pork and apples blended together.


Philip Verrinder
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The pork was a bit dry, but the applesauce was delicious. I would try this recipe again, but I would cook the pork for less time.


Abubakar Haussaini
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Amazing flavors in every bite! Pork loin was succulent and the applesauce added a delightful sweetness and tanginess that really brought the dish together.


Stacey Hamblen
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This dish was easy to make and turned out great! The pork was cooked perfectly and the applesauce was a perfect complement. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Siino
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My family loved this recipe! The pork loin was tender and juicy, and the applesauce gave it a delicious sweet and tangy flavor. I will definitely be making this again.