Slow Cooker Korean Roast or Ribs

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon grated ginger
• 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red pepper paste)
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 teaspoons black pepper
• 2-3 pounds pork roast or ribs

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, gochujang, rice vinegar, honey, and black pepper.
2. Place the pork roast or ribs in the slow cooker and pour the sauce over the top.
3. Cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the pork is tender.
4. Transfer the pork to a cutting board and shred the meat with two forks.
5. Return the pork to the slow cooker and stir to combine with the sauce.
6. Serve with rice.

Interesting Facts

• The origins of Korean cuisine date back centuries, and its unique flavor comes from a combination of sweet, savory, and spicy ingredients.
• Gochujang is a key ingredient in many Korean dishes, and it is made from red chili peppers, rice, and fermented soybeans.
• Slow cooking is a great way to infuse the flavors of the sauce into the pork while keeping it tender and juicy.