Honey Garlic Slow Cooker Pork Roast: A Must-Try Delight!
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A delicious and easy-to-make Honey Garlic Slow Cooker Pork Roast that is perfect for any occasion.
- Author: Lorenzo Bonucci
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7-8 hours on LOW or 4-5 hours on HIGH
- Total Time: 7 hours 15 minutes to 8 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
- 3 lb boneless pork shoulder or pork loin
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup honey
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- 6 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp dried thyme
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 3 tbsp cold water
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Pat the pork roast dry. Season all over with salt, pepper, paprika, and onion powder.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork for 2–3 minutes per side, until nicely browned.
- Place the pork in the slow cooker.
- Whisk together honey, soy sauce, chicken broth, garlic, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and thyme.
- Pour the honey garlic mixture over the pork.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 7–8 hours or HIGH for 4–5 hours, until the pork is tender and reaches at least 145°F (63°C) internally.
- Transfer the pork to a plate and let it rest for 10–15 minutes.
- Pour the cooking liquid into a saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Mix cornstarch with cold water. Slowly whisk the slurry into the sauce and cook for 2–3 minutes, until thick and glossy.
- Slice or shred the pork and spoon the honey garlic sauce generously over the top.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes to the honey garlic mixture.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- This dish pairs well with a variety of sides, including vegetables and grains.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg