Summer heat can make the thought of turning on a stove unbearable, but that doesn't mean you have to compromise on delicious home-cooked meals. Today, we're diving into Slow Cooker Pork Roast recipe that not only keeps your kitchen cool but also promises to be budget-friendly and versatile enough to last you the week. Imagine coming home to the savory aroma of slow-cooked pork, ready to be transformed into various Mexican-inspired dishes. This recipe is a favorite of mine , especially if you love meal prepping and maximizing flavor with minimal effort.
The process begins with setting your slow cooker on high and adding eight pounds of seasoned pork butt. The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity; you won't even need to dirty a mixing bowl (maybe one). The magic happens in the blender, where a medley of fresh tomatoes, purple onion, achiote, orange juice, lime juice, garlic, and a bouquet of spices come together to create a smooth, flavorful sauce. This blend is then poured over the pork, which is slow-cooked on low for nine hours, allowing the meat to tenderize and absorb all those rich flavors. The result? A dish so tender it practically falls apart, perfect for tacos, burritos, or even paired simply with rice and beans.
As you savor your first bite, you'll appreciate the thoughtful touches, like adding purple pickled onions and a generous squeeze of lime to your tacos. These small additions elevate the dish, enhancing its vibrant flavors. Whether you're cooking for a family gathering or preparing meals for the week, this slow-cooked pork recipe is sure to become a staple in your meal prep rotation. So, set your reminders, give it a try, and enjoy a meal that's as easy to prepare as it is delightful to eat. Until next time, happy cooking!
Slow Cooker Pork Roast Ingredients:
8 pounds of pork butt
1.5 tablespoons of salt (adjust to taste)
5 chopped tomatoes
1 purple onion
3 tablespoons of achiote (also known as annatto)
3/4 cup of fresh orange juice
Juice of 2 limes
8 garlic cloves
1 teaspoon of ground clove
1 heaping teaspoon of allspice
1.5 tablespoons of ground cumin
1/2 tablespoon of cinnamon
1 tablespoon of salt
1.5 tablespoons of Mexican oregano
3/4 cup of water
Slow Cooker Pork Roast Instructions:
Set your slow cooker to high to allow it to heat up.
Place the 8 pounds of pork butt directly into the slow cooker.
Season the pork with 1 tablespoon of salt (or 1.5 tablespoons if you like it saltier). Mix to combine the salt with the pork.
In a blender, combine the following ingredients: 5 chopped tomatoes, 1 chopped purple onion, 3 tablespoons of achiote, 3/4 cup of fresh orange juice, Juice of 2 limes, 8 garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon of ground clove, 1 heaping teaspoon of allspice, 1.5 tablespoons of ground cumin, 1/2 tablespoon of cinnamon, 1 tablespoon of salt, and 3/4 cup of water, blend until smooth.
Pour the blended sauce over the pork in the slow cooker. Add 1.5 tablespoons of Mexican oregano. Mix everything together to ensure the pork is well-coated with the sauce.
Set the slow cooker to low. Cook for 9 hours. Do not exceed this cooking time to prevent the pork from becoming dry.
Once cooked, the pork will be tender and juicy. It should fall apart easily. Serve the pork in tacos with purple pickled onions and plenty of lime juice.
Pickled onions Ingredients:
1 Large thinly sliced purple onion
1/3 cup lime juice
1 Tbsp vinegar
1 Tbsp salt
Optional: a few slices of Serrano or Jalapeño peppers
Instructions:
In a small bowl or jar, combine lime juice, vinegar, and salt.
Thinly slice the red onions and place them in the mixture. Ensure they are fully submerged. If necessary, use a spoon to press the onions down. If you like spice, add chopped Serranos.
Store in refrigerator until ready to use for topping tacos
Tip:
You can also serve this pork with rice and beans, or use it in burritos and other Mexican dishes.
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