Slow Cooked Honey Dijon Pork Roast
Tender, flavorful, and irresistibly saucy, this Slow Cooked Honey Dijon Pork Roast is the perfect comfort food to upgrade your dinner table. Made with a succulent pork shoulder roast slow-cooked to perfection in a sweet and tangy blend of honey, Dijon mustard, and aromatic seasonings like garlic, thyme, and onion, every bite is packed with rich, melt-in-your-mouth goodness. The secret to its deep flavor lies in searing the pork before slow cooking, locking in its natural juices while letting the honey-Dijon glaze infuse every layer with bold, savory-sweet notes. The recipe is finished with a luscious homemade sauce thickened with cornstarch, making it ideal for pouring over the tender pork or pairing with your favorite sides, such as creamy mashed potatoes or roasted root vegetables. With minimal prep and a slow cooker doing all the work, this dish is a fuss-free masterpiece perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. Keywords: slow-cooked pork roast, honey Dijon sauce, easy crockpot recipes, tender pork shoulder, sweet and savory dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pounds pork shoulder roast
- 0.5 cups honey
- 0.25 cups Dijon mustard
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoons dried thyme
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Pat the pork roast dry with paper towels and season all sides with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the pork roast on all sides until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to a slow cooker.
In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, dried thyme, and chopped onion.
Pour the honey Dijon mixture over the pork roast in the slow cooker, ensuring it is evenly coated.
Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for 8 hours or until the pork is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
Once cooked, transfer the pork roast to a large platter and let it rest for 10 minutes. Shred with two forks, if desired, or slice into servings.
To make a sauce, strain the cooking liquid into a small saucepan. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry, then stir it into the saucepan.
Heat the sauce over medium heat, whisking constantly, until it thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
Serve the pork roast drizzled with the honey Dijon sauce alongside your preferred sides, such as mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5429 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 403.2 g | 517% | |
| Saturated Fat | 131.4 g | 657% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1270 mg | 423% | |
| Sodium | 6574 mg | 286% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.6 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 102.8 g | ||
| Protein | 333.5 g | 667% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 258 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 22.5 mg | 125% | |
| Potassium | 5554 mg | 118% | |
*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.
