Slow Cooker Cider Pork Roast - Tender and Flavorful Pork Roast Cooked in Apple Cider

This Slow Cooker Cider Pork Roast recipe is the perfect combination of tender pork, flavorful spices, and sweet apple cider. The slow cooker method ensures that the pork is cooked to perfection and stays moist and juicy. It's a comforting and delicious recipe that is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion. Serve it with your favorite side dishes and enjoy the amazing flavors that this dish has to offer.

Ingredients

• 3-4 pounds pork shoulder roast
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 cup apple cider
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 apples, cored and sliced

Directions

1. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
2. Season the pork shoulder roast with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, dried thyme, and dried rosemary.
3. Place the seasoned pork roast in the skillet and sear it on all sides until browned.
4. Transfer the seared pork roast to a slow cooker.
5. In a bowl, whisk together the apple cider, honey, and Dijon mustard.
6. Pour the cider mixture over the pork roast in the slow cooker.
7. Add the sliced onion and apples to the slow cooker.
8. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
9. Once cooked, remove the pork roast from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
10. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix it with the cooking liquid.
11. Serve the Slow Cooker Cider Pork Roast warm with the onions, apples, and cooking liquid as a sauce.

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