Best 5 Dr Pepper Pork Roast Recipes

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Are you looking for a delicious and easy meal to spice up your dinner routine? Look no further than Dr Pepper pork roast! This classic dish is a Southern staple, and for good reason. The combination of sweet and savory flavors makes it a crowd-pleaser, and it's so easy to make that even a novice cook can pull it off. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out in the kitchen, this article will provide you with all the information you need to create a mouthwatering Dr Pepper pork roast that will have your family and friends begging for seconds.

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DR PEPPER BARBECUE PORK ROAST



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Here's the 3rd entry in our 'cooking-with-soda pop' collection...Serve with baked potatoes and steamed veggies for a nice meal!

Provided by CookinwithGas

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 6h5m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup Dr. Pepper cola (NOT diet)
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon white vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon beef bouillon powder (dissolves easier)
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 lbs pork, a boneless roast
2 medium yellow onions, chopped
3/4 cup ketchup
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine Dr Pepper, Worcestershire, vinegar, garlic, bouillon, mustard, chili powder and red pepper flakes. Save 1/2 cup of this for sauce.
  • Place meat and onions into crockpot and pour the remaining sauce over the meat (NOT the reserved 1/2 cup sauce).
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 10-12 hours or on HIGH for 5-6 hours; Transfer to serving platter and let 'settle' 10 min, before slicing.
  • While the meat 'settles', in a small pan combine reserved 1/2 cup sauce, catsup and butter; Heat through; this is your 'gravy'.
  • NOTE: never use the diet version of any soda for this recipe; the artificial sweetner breaks down badly when heated and will ruin the meal.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 307, Fat 13.5, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 102.8, Sodium 404.5, Carbohydrate 13.2, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 9.9, Protein 32

DR. PEPPER PORK ROAST



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This recipe is from Cosmopolitan Magazine, yet again. I havent made this one yet, but it looked really great and seemed really tasty. Please post a review if any of you gets a chance to try this in your kitchen.

Provided by Pinaygourmet 345142

Categories     Pork

Time 3h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium onions, sliced
2 tablespoons canola oil
4 lbs pork loin roast
salt and pepper
5 cloves
2 cinnamon sticks
1 whole bay leaf
1 (12 ounce) can Dr. Pepper cola
1 1/2 cups dried apricot halves
1 1/2 cups pitted prunes

Steps:

  • Place sliced onions in a slow cooker. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Season pork roast with salt and pepper, then brown on all sides. Place browned roast in slow cooker on top of sliced onions.
  • Add cloves, cinnamon stick and bay leaf to cooker. Pour can of Dr. Pepper over roast and top with dried fruit. Cover and cook 3 to 4 hours on high-heat setting for 8 to 9 hours or until thermometer inserted into center of roast reads 160°F.
  • Remove roast from slow cooker and let rest 5 to 10 minutes. Meanwhile, using a slotted spoon, remove onion, fruit and spices. Discard whole spices. Skim grease from sauce. Slice roast and serve topped with onions and fruit and a little sauce.
  • Serving idea: Serve over garlic mashed potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 667.9, Fat 25.6, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 183.9, Sodium 137.3, Carbohydrate 42.5, Fiber 4.4, Sugar 30.2, Protein 66.8

PEPPERY PORK ROAST



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium onions, sliced
2 tablespoons canola oil
4 pounds pork loin roast
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
5 cloves
2 sticks cinnamon
1 bay leaf
1 (12-ounce) can peppery soda (recommended: Dr Pepper)
1 1/2 cups dried apricot halves
1 1/2 cups pitted prunes

Steps:

  • Slice onions and place in slow cooker.
  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Season pork roast with salt and pepper, then brown on all sides. Place browned roast in slow cooker on top of sliced onions. Add cloves, cinnamon stick, and bay leaf to cooker. Pour can of cola over roast and top with dried fruit. Cover and cook 3 to 4 hours on High setting or 8 to 9 hours on Low, or until thermometer inserted into center of roast registers 160 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer. Remove roast from slow cooker and let rest 5 to 10 minutes. Meanwhile, using a slotted spoon, remove onion, fruit and spices. Discard whole spices. Skim grease from sauce. Slice roast and serve topped with onions and fruit and a little sauce.
  • Serving Ideas: Delicious over garlic mashed potatoes.

INSTANT POT DR. PEPPER PULLED PORK RECIPE



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If you're an Instant Pot pro or just joining the craze, our Instant Pot Dr. Pepper Pulled Pork needs to be on your meal rotation. You will fall in love with our best instant pot recipe. With only a handful of simple ingredients, this Instant Pot Dr. Pepper Pulled Pork is sweet, delicious, and makes an amazing dinner!

Provided by Kristen Hills

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 pounds pork shoulder roast (1 roast (best cut of pork))
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
12 ounces Dr. Pepper (1 can)
1 cup BBQ Sauce

Steps:

  • Rub pork roast with garlic powder, onion powder, seasoned salt, and pepper. Place roast in Instant Pot.
  • Pour Dr. Pepper and your favorite BBQ sauce on top of roast.
  • Place lid on the Instant Pot and lock in place. Set the knob to sealing, not venting.
  • Push the Manual button and set for 60 minutes. If your roast is bigger, cook it for longer.
  • (For example if you have a 5 pound roast, you will need to cook it for 90 minutes.)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236 kcal, Carbohydrate 20 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 745 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 17 g, ServingSize 1 serving

DR. PEPPER PORK ROAST (SLOW-COOKER) RECIPE - (3.5/5)



Dr. Pepper Pork Roast (slow-cooker) Recipe - (3.5/5) image

Provided by cdrier

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 med onions, sliced
2 T. canola oil
1 4 lbs. pork loin roast
salt and pepper
5 whole cloves
2 sticks cinnamon
1 whole bay leaf
1 can Dr. Pepper
1 1/2 cups dried apricot halves and plums (opional
*Drier's* mustard

Steps:

  • 1 Place slice onions in a 31/2 to 4 qt. slow cooker. In a large skillet heat oil over med. high heat. Season pork roast with salt and pepper. Brown roast on all sides in skillet. Place browned roast in cooker on top of onions 2. Add cloves, cinnamon sticks and bay leaf to cokker fou Dr.Pepper over roast and top roast with dried fruit and mustard. Cover and cook on high-heat settign for 3-4 hours or low-heat setting for 8-9 hours or until internal temperature of roast is 160 degrees. 3. Remove roast from cooker and let rest for 10 min. Use a slotter spoon to remove onion, fruit and spices from cooker. Pour liquid in a sauce pan and make a gravy using cornstarch and water. slice roast and serve !

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of pork:Pork shoulder or pork butt are the best cuts for this recipe, as they are tough and fatty, which makes them perfect for slow cooking.
  • Sear the pork before roasting:Searing the pork helps to develop flavor and create a nice crust.
  • Use a flavorful rub:The rub is what gives the pork its flavor, so be sure to use a rub that you like. The recipe in the article uses a simple rub made with brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, and salt.
  • Cook the pork low and slow:The key to tender, fall-off-the-bone pork is to cook it low and slow. The recipe in the article calls for cooking the pork at 300 degrees Fahrenheit for 4-5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the pork rest before serving:Once the pork is cooked, let it rest for at least 15 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the meat, making it more tender and flavorful.

Conclusion:

Dr. Pepper pork roast is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a family meal or a special occasion. The pork is tender and flavorful, and the Dr. Pepper adds a unique and delicious flavor. If you are looking for a new way to cook pork, be sure to give this recipe a try.

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