This Crock Pot Pork Roast recipe is tender and juicy and perfect for busy weeknights. Plus it’s super easy to make in your slow cooker with just a few simple ingredients and about 5 minutes of prep. Show
Serve with some make ahead mashed potatoes, gravy, and green beans for the ultimate comfort food meal. It would make a lovely and simple holiday meal, too. Pin this recipe for later! Pin ThisTable of Contents
The Easiest Crock Pot Pork RoastYou know when you just don’t feel like cooking? Or you are going to have company for dinner, but you have no time to make anything fancy? Help is at hand in the form of this delicious slow cooker pork roast recipe. Making this roast is so easy that you could practically do it in your sleep!
I buy a 2-3 pound pork loin roast at Costco because it comes in a 4-pack which means I always have some on hand. It has up to 10% of a solution of broth and salt, which adds more flavor, but also means you may want to omit additional salt until after cooking. Since I buy a lot of meat in bulk, I keep it in the freezer. I just get it out of my freezer when I’m ready to cook and put it into my slow cooker. Ingredients
How to Make a Crock Pot Pork Roast
FAQsHow long does pork take in a slow cooker? A 3-pound pork roast will take about 8 hours to cook in the slow cooker on LOW, or 4-5 hours on HIGH. My roast always turns out so tender and flavorful. Do you put water in the crock pot with a pork roast? When I am cooking this from its frozen state, I don’t add any liquid to the bottom of the crock pot because as the roast thaws it will release plenty of liquid. If the meat is fresh or thawed, I add ¼ to ½ cup of water or chicken broth. Likewise, if you get a pork roast that has not had broth and salt added to it, you may want to add more salt. Can you make this ahead of time? Sure – you can cook the roast a day or two in advance and store the meat in the refrigerator in an airtight container. Reheat in the microwave to serve. Which Cut of Pork is Best in a Slow Cooker?I use a pork loin roast for this easy recipe – it’s my favorite cut of pork to roast in a slow cooker. It’s a generously sized roast so it will feed at least 6 people, and it comes our juicy, flavorful and so tender after several hours. The long, skinny tenderloin is also a good cut, but I have found that it has more of a risk of getting dry because it is more lean. I prefer Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin or Pan Roasted Pork Tenderloin. If it’s Pulled Pork you’re after, you’ll need a large pork shoulder, and Crockpot Ribs are always a winner. How to Make a Pork Gravy with a RouxMaking gravy from a roux is simple and easy and super delicious with this Crock Pot Pork Loin.
Serving SuggestionsThis pork pairs well with my fluffy mashed potatoes, Seasoned Rice, and any kind of vegetable, like Oven Roasted Broccoli, Garlic Green Beans or Honey Roasted Carrots. And if you have leftovers, you can use the meat in enchiladas, taquitos, or sandwiches–the possibilities are endless! Variations
Storing LeftoversRefrigerate: Store in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Freeze: Store in an airtight, freezer-safe container in the freezer for up to 6 months. Repurposing: Shredded pork can be repurposed into pulled pork sandwiches, enchiladas, tacos or even as a delicious topping for mac and cheese! Instant Pot Pork RoastUsing your Instant Pot is a great option if you forgot to set your crock pot in the morning! Make sure to add a cup of water to the bottom of the pot before placing the roast in, and high-pressure cook for about 15 minutes, with a 15-minute natural release. More Pork Recipes to Try
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NotesNutritional content is for informational purposes. It does not include the optional gravy because that depends on how much each person uses. How long should I slow cook a pork loin roast?How long to cook a pork roast in the slow cooker – for pork loin, 4 to 5 hours on low for tender, juicy perfection. Pork shoulder needs to be cooked for 10 hours on low for a 1.5 – 2.5kg / 3 – 5 lb pork roast. Shoulder is a tougher cut of pork so it requires a longer cook time to break down the fibres and fat.
Why is my pork loin dry in the crock pot?When you're cooking meat in the slow cooker, the leaner the cut, the drier it tends to get. That means fattier cuts of meat—think pork shoulder roasts and beef pot roasts—do better than leaner ones, like pork sirloin or chops. If the meat comes with skin or a fat cap, leave that intact to keep the meat from drying out.
How do you keep a pork roast from drying out in the crock pot?Add Just Enough Liquid
Your slow cooker needs liquid to create a moist environment, and that can include meat or vegetable stock, wine or water. This doesn't mean the meat should be submerged; a cup or two of liquid will be enough, since the cooker is covered and liquids stay trapped inside.
Do you need to add liquid to crock pot when cooking pork?3. Add about 1/4 Cup Liquid Per Pound of Pork. Aromatics aside, the actual liquid you put in the crock pot is what will flavor the pork the most. I use the term "liquid" loosely—some of your liquid could be ketchup or barbecue sauce or mustard.
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