Ingredients and Weight:
- Pork Tenderloin: 1 pound (450 grams)
- Potatoes: 3 large (about 1 pound)
- Carrots: 1/2 pound (225 grams)
- Onion: 1 large
- Garlic: 4-5 cloves
- Beef Bouillon Cube or Stock: 1 cube or 1 cup
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
- Black Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon
- Fresh Rosemary: 2 tablespoons (or dried rosemary as per taste preference)
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 20 minutes
- Cooking: 4-6 hours in a slow cooker
- Total Time: About 6 hours (including prep time)
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large slow cooker, place the pork tenderloin.
- Peel and cut the potatoes into large chunks and add to the slow cooker.
- Peel and slice the carrots into pieces and add them to the pot.
- Peel and slice the onion into wedges and add it along with the garlic cloves.
- Add the beef bouillon cube, salt, black pepper, and rosemary.
- Cover the slow cooker and set it to low for 4-6 hours or until the pork is tender and cooked through.
- Stir occasionally to ensure everything is cooking evenly.
- Serve with a side of steamed rice or pasta if desired.
Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 total servings)
Calories: Approximately 350 calories per serving (depending on the exact ingredients used)
Fat: 15g, Carbohydrates: 25g, Protein: 30g
Dish Characteristics:
- Slow cooked, resulting in tender pork and potatoes with rich flavors.
- Uses simple ingredients that are easily available in supermarkets in the United States.
- Can be served as a main dish or with side dishes as per preference.
User Comments:
- "This dish was so delicious! The pork was so tender and the potatoes were perfect." - John Doe
- "I love how easy this recipe is to make in a slow cooker. It fills the house with such a comforting smell." - Jane Smith
- "I added some extra seasoning like chili flakes to make it spicy. It turned out great!" - David Johnson
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure the pork tenderloin is not too big for your slow cooker, or it may not cook evenly.
- Use fresh vegetables for best results but frozen ones can also be used if fresh are not available.
- Adjust seasoning according to personal taste preference. You can add more salt or use other seasoning like herbs or spices as per preference.
