This slow cooker Thai pork with peppers recipe is a delicious and easy way to enjoy the flavors of Thai cuisine. The pork is cooked low and slow in a rich and spicy Thai sauce, infusing it with incredible flavor. The addition of colorful bell peppers adds a pleasant crunch and vibrant colors to the dish. Serve it over steamed rice for a complete meal that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork shoulder, cut into cubes
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 thumb-sized ginger, grated
- 1 can coconut milk
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons red curry paste
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- Juice of 1 lime
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Cooked rice, for serving
Directions
- In a slow cooker, combine the pork shoulder, bell peppers, onion, garlic, ginger, coconut milk, soy sauce, red curry paste, brown sugar, fish sauce, and lime juice.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Using two forks, shred the cooked pork in the slow cooker. Mix well with the sauce and vegetables.
- Serve the slow cooker Thai pork with peppers over cooked rice.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Thai cuisine is known for its bold and vibrant flavors, combining sweet, sour, spicy, and salty elements.
Slow cooking the pork allows the flavors to develop and the meat to become tender and juicy.
The combination of bell peppers adds a nice crunch and a pop of color to the dish.
Red curry paste is a staple in Thai cuisine and adds a spicy kick to the dish.