{"id":516822,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2018-03-23T12:32:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/pressure-cooker-sweet-n-sour-pork\/"},"modified":"2025-02-19T20:13:00","modified_gmt":"2025-02-20T02:13:00","slug":"pressure-cooker-sweet-n-sour-pork","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/pressure-cooker-sweet-n-sour-pork\/","title":{"rendered":"Instant Pot Pork Loin"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Need to transform a pork loin roast into a quick and easy supper? Use a pressure cooker! An Instant Pot\u2014or another brand of electric pressure cooker\u2014is particularly good at cooking <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/instant-pot-pork-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/instant-pot-pork-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">pork<\/a> because you can brown the meat using the saute function and then switch to the pressure cooker function to soften the meat while cooking it in a moist environment. This helps ensure the best flavor and tender, juicy pork.<\/p>\n<p>For this version of Instant Pot pork loin, we cook the meat in tangy sweet-and-sour sauce and pair it with sweet pineapple and savory vegetables, but you can use the method to make a meal with any number of other ingredient combinations. Keep reading for the recipe and all of our best <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-instant-pot\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-instant-pot\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">Instant Pot<\/a> tips for mastering pork.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Ingredients for Instant Pot Pork Loin<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul class=\"recipe-ingredients__list recipe-ingredients__collection splitColumns\">\n<li><strong>Paprika:<\/strong> Adding dry herbs or spices to the exterior of the pork loin helps build big flavor into the finished dish. Paprika helps give the pork an appealing reddish color, but you can use any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/all-around-seasoning-mix\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/all-around-seasoning-mix\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">seasoning<\/a> mix or spice rub that you like.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pork loin roast:<\/strong> Lean and juicy boneless pork loin roast has a mild flavor that suits the sweet and tangy sauce in this recipe.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Vegetables:<\/strong> Firm vegetables soften in the pressure cooker along with the pork. For this particular combination, crunchy and savory onion and green pepper contrast the sweetness of the pineapple in the dish to complement the meaty pork.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sauce: <\/strong>Cider vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce and a splash Worcestershire sauce create a tangy, sweet and savory sauce to coat the pork and veg.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Green onions:<\/strong> As with slow cooker meals, those cooked in the pressure cooker benefit from something fresh as a finishing touch. Pleasantly pungent green onions are our pick to accompany this sauce combination, but other sauces would be good with fresh herbs or citrus zest instead.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cornstarch and cold water:<\/strong> Because the Instant Pot is sealed during pressure cooking, the moisture inside doesn&#8217;t evaporate from the pot the way it would if you were cooking on the stovetop. Adding a slurry of cornstarch mixed with cold water thickens the sauce to a velvety texture with a clear color. As an alternative to cornstarch, try <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-thicken-sauce\/#:~:text=Cornstarch%20or%20arrowroot&#038;text=Mix%20the%20cornstarch%20with%20equal,the%20sauce%20starts%20to%20thicken.\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-thicken-sauce\/#:~:text=Cornstarch%20or%20arrowroot&#038;text=Mix%20the%20cornstarch%20with%20equal,the%20sauce%20starts%20to%20thicken.\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">arrowroot powder<\/a>\u00a0instead.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hot cooked rice:<\/strong> Adding an optional carb means you don\u2019t need anything else for dinner besides this tangy pressure-cooked pork loin. Hot cooked rice is particularly good with the sauce, but you could also use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-cook-quinoa\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/how-to-cook-quinoa\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">quinoa<\/a>\u00a0or cooked noodles instead.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Directions\u202f<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Sear the pork loin<\/h3>\n<p>Place the paprika in a large shallow dish. Add the pork, a few pieces at a time, and turn to coat. Select the saute setting on a 6-quart electric pressure cooker and adjust for medium heat, then add the oil. Brown the pork in batches. Return all pork to the pressure cooker.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Pressure-cook pork in the Instant Pot<\/h3>\n<p>Drain the pineapple, reserving its juice; refrigerate the pineapple. Add the pineapple juice, onion, green pepper, vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce and salt to the pressure cooker. Lock the lid and close the pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 10 minutes. Quick-release the pressure.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Thicken the sauce and add pineapple<\/h3>\n<p>Select the saute setting and adjust for high heat; bring the liquid to a boil. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water until smooth and gradually stir it into the pork mixture. Add the pineapple. Cook and stir until the sauce is thickened, one to two minutes. If desired, sprinkle with green onions and serve over rice.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2116683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Instant-Pot-Pork-Loin_TOHD25_207928_ChristineMa_3.jpg\" alt=\"3\/4th shot of a bowl of Instant pot pork loin served over white rice, a spoon and fork are placed to the left of the bowl on a light gray surface, another bowl of the same dish is partially visible in the background\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Christine Ma for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Instant Pot Pork Loin Variations<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li data-sourcepos=\"3:1-3:74\"><strong><strong>Thai-inspired <strong>Instant Pot pork loin<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><strong>:<\/strong> Marinate the pork in red or yellow curry paste and lime juice, and replace the sweet-and-sour sauce with an equivalent volume of curry paste and coconut milk. Finish it off with a squeeze of lime juice and a handful of fresh basil leaves. Serve with sticky rice.<\/li>\n<li data-sourcepos=\"4:1-4:60\"><strong>Green chile Instant Pot pork loin:<\/strong> Omit the pineapple and instead add diced jalapenos and rinsed and drained canned black beans. Dust the pork in chili powder before browning. Replace the sauce with jarred red or green salsa. Serve with a side of cilantro-lime rice.<\/li>\n<li data-sourcepos=\"9:1-9:142\"><strong>Teriyaki Instant Pot pork loin:<\/strong> Replace the sweet-and-sour sauce with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-teriyaki-sauce\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-teriyaki-sauce\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">teriyaki sauce<\/a>, and add some creamy cabbage slaw and pan-fried potstickers on the side.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>How to Store Instant Pot Pork Loin<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Refrigerate leftover pork loin in an airtight container for up to four days. Reheat gently in the microwave until heated through. You can also freeze Instant Pot pork loin for up to three months. Defrost it overnight in the refrigerator before reheating it.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Can you freeze <\/strong><strong>Instant Pot Pork Loin<\/strong><strong>?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"citation-0 recitation\">Yes, you can absolutely freeze Instant Pot pork loin. <\/span><span class=\"citation-0 recitation citation-end-0\">It&#8217;s a wonderful way to have a quick and easy meal ready to go. It will keep in your freezer for up to three months.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>How do you reheat pork loin?<\/h3>\n<p>Warm the leftover pork loin over medium heat in a covered skillet. Splash in a spoonful of water to adjust the texture of the sauce and create a steamy environment to gently warm the meat. You can also reheat it, covered, in the microwave.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Instant Pot Pork Loin Tips<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2116682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/02\/Instant-Pot-Pork-Loin_TOHD25_207928_ChristineMa_2.jpg\" alt=\"overhead shot of of Instant pot pork loin served on a white plate, a portion of another plate with the same dish is visible, the background is a light gray surface;\" width=\"700\" height=\"467\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Christine Ma for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Is pork loin the same thing as pork tenderloin?<\/h3>\n<p>No, pork loin roast and tenderloin are two different cuts from the same area. The loin roast is a larger cut of the loin than the tenderloin, which usually weighs about a pound.<\/p>\n<h3>How do I know when the pork loin is cooked through?<\/h3>\n<p>From a food safety perspective, pork should be cooked to a minimum internal temperature of 145<strong>\u00b0<\/strong>F. If you would like your pork to be well done, you can cook it to 160<strong>\u00b0<\/strong>. Check out our guide on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/pork-chop-temp\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/article\/pork-chop-temp\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">internal temperature<\/a> of pork\u00a0for more details.<\/p>\n<h3>What else can you do with pork loin roast?<\/h3>\n<p>Pork loin roast is a versatile cut! Try it roasted, slow-cooked, grilled or on the stovetop. Check out this guide to some of our favorite <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/pork-loin-recipes\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/pork-loin-recipes\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">pork loin recipes<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Even though a co-worker gave me this recipe more than 20 years ago, my family still enjoys it today.\u2014Martha Nickerson, Hancock, 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Return all pork to pressure cooker."},{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"Drain pineapple, reserving juice; refrigerate the pineapple. Add the pineapple juice, onion, green pepper, vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce and salt to pressure cooker. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 10 minutes. Quick-release pressure."},{"@type":"HowToStep","text":"Select saute setting and adjust for high heat; bring liquid to a boil. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually stir into pork mixture. Add pineapple. Cook and stir until sauce is thickened, 1-2 minutes. 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I liked it because it wasn't as sweet as I thought it was going to be. Will definitely make again! Thanks for sharing!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-07-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenBandAid"},"reviewBody":"Overall flavour was a bit flat.  Will make it again but will up the vinegar and sugar to intensify the sweet","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-10-15","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GoldApple"},"reviewBody":"I made this today, it has great flavor and the pork was tender. The only deviations I made was I bought the pineapple in syrup, the taste was still gook.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-12-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveDog"},"reviewBody":"So good!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-03-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveBattery"},"reviewBody":"I made this last night and it was delicious! I used thick cut loin pork chops rather than a roast and I served it with Jasmine rice, made on the stove top. Next time I might try the rice pot-in-pot in the Instant Pot with the pork and sauce. The green onions are a nice touch, color-wise and taste. Just love my Instant Pot.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"207928","romance_copy_dek":"Need a fast and easy way to cook a pork loin? 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