Crock Pot Asian Pork with Mushrooms
Enjoy a flavorful and aromatic Asian-inspired pork dish, slow-cooked to perfection in your crock pot.
Enjoy a flavorful and aromatic Asian-inspired pork dish, slow-cooked to perfection in your crock pot.
- 3 cloves crushed garlic
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 2 lb lean boneless pork sirloin roast (aka pork center pork center loin roast)
- kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper
- non-stick oil spray (i used smart balance spray)1
- 1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce (for gf use gf tamari)
- 3 tbsp agave (or sugar)
- 1 tsp hot sesame oil (aji oil)â (or use sesame oil + pinch of red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp chinese five spice (i used mccormick)
- 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger root
- 8 oz sliced mushrooms (i used baby bella)
- for topping:
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- Carbohydrate 19.4371400415075 g
- Cholesterol 920 mg
- Fat 184.8162 g
- Fiber 0.342999985218048 g
- Protein 229.550820001194 g
- Saturated Fat 52.8828233333333 g
- Serving Size 1 1 Recipe (2461g)
- Sodium 881.180666722725 mg
- Sugar 19.0941400562894 g
- Trans Fat 15.7258933333333 g
- Calories 2735 calories
Step-by-step
- Season pork on all sides with salt and fresh cracked pepper.
- Heat a skillet on medium-high heat, spray with a little oil, and brown the pork on all sides for about 7 - 8 minutes.
- In the crock pot, combine the broth, soy sauce, balsamic, agave, sesame oil, Chinese five spice, garlic, and ginger; add the pork and set the slow cooker to 8 hours on low.
- Thirty minutes before the timer goes off, remove the pork and set aside to rest a few minutes; add the mushrooms to the crock pot, cover, and cook on low for 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, shred the pork using two forks.
- When the mushrooms are tender, remove about 1 cup of the broth and reserve if needed. Add the shredded pork to the crock pot and mix well.
- If adding baby spinach, add at the end, and cover for a few minutes until it wilts.
A culinary delight for your taste buds!
Who doesn't love a hearty and flavorful meal that's effortless to prepare? Our Crock Pot Asian Pork with Mushrooms has got you covered. This succulent dish combines the exotic flavors of the Orient with the convenience of your slow cooker, resulting in a culinary masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds.
A journey of flavors in every bite!
Imagine tender pork sirloin roast, lovingly seasoned with salt and pepper, then seared to perfection in a skillet. Add a symphony of aromatic ingredients to your slow cooker: chicken broth, reduced-sodium soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, agave, sesame oil, Chinese five spice, garlic, and ginger. Nestled amidst this flavorful bath, the pork slowly simmers, absorbing the rich essence of the sauce. As the final touch, succulent mushrooms are added, infusing the dish with an earthy depth.
The result? A culinary treasure that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Asia. Serve this delectable pork over fluffy rice or crisp noodles, and garnish with fresh scallions and cilantro for an explosion of color and flavor. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure with every bite of our irresistible Crock Pot Asian Pork with Mushrooms!
