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Slow Cooker Pork Shoulder Roast Recipe

This Slow Cooker Pork Shoulder Roast Recipe is the perfect family meal that is easy to put together. You can serve it as a sliced roast or shred it for sandwiches, quesadillas or rice bowls. Your family will love the sweet flavor of the pork!

  • Prep15 min
  • Cook8 hr
  • Total8 hr 15 min
  • Makes6 servings
  • Calories297
Slow Cooker Pork Shoulder Roast Recipe

Method

  1. 1

    In a medium mixing bowl combine the spice rub ingredients. Rub the spice rub on all sides of the pork roast.

  2. 2

    In a large skillet heat the 2 Tablespoons of olive oil over medium high heat. Add the pork and sear each side for about 2 minutes per side.

  3. 3

    Place the onion, garlic and carrots in the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the broth and then place the pork shoulder on top.

  4. 4

    Cook on low for 10 to 12 hours or high for 6 to 8 hours {low is better for a more tender, fall apart pork}.

  5. 5

    Use two forks to shred the pork and return it to the crockpot. Mix well with the juices. Serve it with the carrots and onions and BBQ. You can also serve the shredded pork with buns and the BBQ sauce.

Notes

Cook on low for the most tender, fall-apart result. High works if you are short on time, but the texture won't be quite as soft. For pulled pork, you want the internal temperature to reach 190-205°F. At that point the meat falls apart with two forks and shreds easily. For sliced pork served as a roast, pull it at 145°F with a 3-minute rest. Do not skip the sear. Two minutes per side in a hot skillet before the slow cooker builds a golden crust that adds depth of flavor you cannot get from slow cooking alone. The brown sugar rub can be mixed and applied the night before. Store the coated pork covered in the refrigerator overnight for even deeper flavor. Store leftovers with a spoonful of the cooking juices in an airtight container for up To freeze: portion shredded pork into freezer bags with a little of the cooking liquid and freeze for up to 3 months.

Per serving

  • Carbs12 g
  • Protein28 g
  • Fat15 g
  • Fiber2 g

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