Slow Cooker Sweet Pork cooks slow and slow to create the most moist, flavorful pork. We’ve included slow cooker, instant pot, and oven instructions so you can choose your preferred cooking method.
If you haven’t discovered the magic of shredded pork, we’ll set you on the right path. Not only does this recipe produce super moist and flavorful pork, it requires very little effort on your part. We prefer to make this for dinner on the weekends and continue eating leftovers for lunch throughout the week. With so many ways to make it a meal, you’ll never tire of this sweet pork dish!
Roast pork butt
Did you know that roast pork butt isn’t actually from a pig’s butt? Pork butt comes from the shoulder. The more you know!
Slow Cooker Sweet Pork Salsa Option
We recommend using the canned braised salsa and being mindful of the spice level so you don’t end up with more than you can bear and enjoy.
garlic
If desired, feel free to substitute 1 teaspoon of garlic powder or diced garlic for the freshly chopped garlic.
service suggestion
There are many options for sweet pork. Our favorite way to use it is in salads and of course tacos! You can never go wrong with tacos. However, feel free to experiment adding it to burritos, nachos, and any other of your favorite Mexican foods.
Storage and Reheating Instructions
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in a skillet on the stovetop over medium-low heat or in the microwave in 30-second increments until heated through.
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Slow Cooker Sweet Pork cooks slow and slow to create the most moist, flavorful pork. We’ve included slow cooker, instant pot, and oven instructions so you can choose your preferred cooking method.
raw material
- 3-5 pound Boneless Pork Butt Roast
- 2 tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 tablespoon sea ​​salt
- 1 tablespoon Black pepper
Sweet chili sauce
- 16 ounce salsa sauce
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Cumin Elective
instruct
Slow Cooker Instructions
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Place the pork butts in the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker. Sprinkle garlic, salt and pepper over pork.
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Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 hours. Drain at least half of the fat and juices.
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Pour the sweet and spicy sauce mixture over the pork and cook for another 1-2 hours, until the pork shreds easily.
Instant Pot Instructions
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Sprinkle the garlic, salt, and pepper over the entire roast. Pour sweet salsa mixture over seasoned pork. Place in an electric pressure cooker or Instant Pot.
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High pressure cook for 60 minutes, then natural release for 15 minutes. Then, switch the release valve to the exhaust position. After the steam stops, remove the lid. Add additional time if roast is larger than 5 lbs. Scoop out excess fat with a spoon.
oven instructions
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Preheat oven to 225°F. Place roast in a 5-7 quart oven-safe pot with a lid, or use a roasting pan and cover with aluminum foil later. Add the pork roast to the pan, then toss all over with the garlic, salt, and pepper.
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Cover or cover tightly with aluminum foil. Bake at 225 degrees for 6 hours. Pour the sweet salsa over the pork, cover, and cook for another 1-2 hours, until the pork shreds easily with a fork. Spoon out about half of the drippings. Chop and mix with juice in a saucepan.
notes
Best Ideas for Sweet Pork Salads:
- Green vegetables
- shredded pork
- Cilantro Ranch Dressing (or other favorite dressing)
- shredded cheese
- Fresh Pique
- Tortilla Sticks
Calories: 353kcal | carbohydrate: 32G | protein: 33G | fat: 10G | Saturated fat: 3G | Trans fat: 1G | cholesterol: 102mg | sodium: 2264mg | Potassium: 807mg | fiber: 1G | sugar: 29G | Vitamin A: 286unit | Vitamin C: 2mg | calcium: 79mg | iron: 3mg
