The Best Keto Slow Cooker Pork Loin

Our Best Keto Slow Cooker Pork Loin is one of the most delicious ways to cook pork. The pork loin is coated in a spice mixture of paprika, salt, and granulated garlic. The pork is seared in a pan before being placed in the bottom of a slow cooker, and a sauce is made from butter, grated garlic cloves, and apple cider vinegar. We love the tartness that the apple cider vinegar adds to the meat and the gravy. Once the meat is cooked, the gravy is thickened and poured over the thinly cut pork. This dish would be amazing served with a whole host of Keto and Low Carb side dishes.

Can you make Keto recipes in the slow cooker?

Yes! There are many recipes that can be adapted to be Keto or Low Carb that are made in the slow cooker. Slow cooking a pork loin is a good example of one recipe. The slow-cooking method does a great job of not overdrying the pork, and the juice created in the pot makes for a delicious gravy!

Can I substitute the arrowroot starch?

Arrowroot starch is generally accepted on the Keto diet in small quantities as is used in this recipe. It is used as a thickener and is never consumed in large quantities. However, if you want to substitute the arrowroot starch with xanthan gum you can. If doing so, combine the juice from the bottom of the slow cooker in the saucepan first before adding the xanthan gum. Start by adding 1/4 tsp and cook until the mixture is simmering and thickened. Test the viscosity of the sauce. Remember it will continue to thicken as it cools, so don't add too much. A little xanthan goes a long way!

How is the gravy made for this dish?

The juice from pork that is created during the slow cooking process, and the butter/garlic mixture is used to make the gravy. Once the time has passed, and the pork has cooked for four hours, the meat is removed to a cutting board. Arrowroot powder is added to the remaining juices in a small saucepan and simmered until thickened. It is a fast and easy way to turn a delicious meal into one of the best.

To make the ultimate pairing, serve this slow-cooked pork loin with Vegan Low Carb Blistered Green Beans and Mushrooms! One of our favorite recipes that is easy, too!