Pepsi Pork Roast
Transform your dinner table with the irresistible flavors of a Pepsi Pork Roast—a sweet and savory showstopper that’s as tender as it is flavorful. This recipe blends the caramel notes of cola with rich soy sauce, brown sugar, and aromatic garlic for a melt-in-your-mouth pork shoulder that’s slow-cooked to perfection. A quick seasoning rub and a gorgeous sear lock in flavor before the roast is bathed in a cola-based sauce and cooked until fork-tender. The final touch? A glossy Pepsi glaze that elevates every bite to gourmet status. Whether you prepare it in the oven or slow cooker, this dish is the perfect centerpiece for family dinners or festive gatherings. Serve it with creamy mashed potatoes or rustic roasted vegetables for a cozy, unforgettable meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Pork shoulder roast
- 2 cups Pepsi
- 0.5 cups Brown sugar
- 0.25 cups Soy sauce
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves
- 2 teaspoons Onion powder
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoons Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Cold water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) if using an oven, or prepare your slow cooker by setting it to low heat.
In a small bowl, mix the onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Rub this seasoning blend all over the pork shoulder roast.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork roast on all sides until it is browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. This step locks in the flavors and creates a caramelized crust.
Place the seared pork roast into a large roasting pan or the slow cooker.
In a separate mixing bowl, combine the Pepsi, brown sugar, soy sauce, and minced garlic cloves. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
Pour the Pepsi mixture over the pork roast, ensuring the liquid surrounds the meat evenly.
If using an oven, cover the roasting pan tightly with aluminum foil and place it in the oven. Cook for approximately 4-5 hours, basting the pork roast with its juices occasionally. If using a slow cooker, cover with the lid and cook on low heat for 8 hours or high heat for 4-5 hours.
Once the pork is tender and easily shreddable, remove it from the roasting pan or slow cooker and set it aside on a cutting board to rest for 10 minutes.
For the glaze, strain the cooking liquid into a saucepan and bring it to a boil over medium heat. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and cold water to create a slurry. Whisk the slurry into the boiling liquid and cook until it thickens into a glaze (about 2-3 minutes).
Slice or shred the pork roast as desired and drizzle it with the Pepsi glaze before serving. Serve warm alongside your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
736 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.9 g | 64% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.5 g | 83% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 159 mg | 53% | |
| Sodium | 856 mg | 37% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.1 g | ||
| Protein | 42.1 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 52 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 739 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
