Best 2 Sweet Spicy Slow Cooker Asian Pork Recipes

Do you crave an explosion of flavors that tantalize your taste buds, taking you on a culinary journey to the heart of Asia? Look no further than this delightful recipe for sweet spicy slow cooker Asian pork. With its perfect blend of sweet and heat, this dish will transform your slow cooker into a magical vessel, creating fall-off-the-bone tender pork that is bursting with bold Asian flavors. In this article, we will guide you step-by-step through the process of creating this irresistible dish, ensuring that you end up with a mouthwatering masterpiece that will leave your family and friends craving more.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW COOKER SWEET AND SPICY ASIAN PORK SHOULDER

Slow Cooker Sweet and Spicy Asian Pork Shoulder image

I sometimes ... well, usually ... lose my mind a little when pork roasts go on sale. This recipe is from Real Simple.

Provided by Pinay0618

Categories Pork

Time 8h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 -2 tablespoon chili-garlic sauce (found in the Asian aisle of the supermarket)
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder (optional)
kosher salt and black pepper
2 1/2 lbs pork shoulder, trimmed of excess fat and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 cup long-grain white rice
1 medium head bok choy, thinly sliced (about 8 cups)
2 scallions, sliced

Steps:

In a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker, combine the soy sauce, sugar, chili-garlic sauce, ginger, five-spice powder (if using), 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Add the pork and toss to coat. Cook, covered, until the pork is tender, on high for 4 to 5 hours or on low for 7 to 8 hours.
Twenty-five minutes before serving, cook the rice according to the package directions.
Meanwhile, skim off and discard any fat from the pork. Gently fold the bok choy into the pork and cook, covered, until heated through, 2 to 4 minutes. Serve with the rice and sprinkle with the scallions.

SWEET & SPICY SLOW-COOKER ASIAN PORK

SWEET & SPICY SLOW-COOKER ASIAN PORK image

Categories Pork Quick & Easy Dinner

Yield serving

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/2 cup brown sugar
1 to 2 tablespoons chili-garlic sauce 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder (optional)
kosher salt and black pepper
2 1/2 pounds pork shoulder, trimmed of excess fat and cut into 2-inch pieces
1 cup long-grain white rice
1 medium head bok choy, thinly sliced (about 8 cups)
2 scallions, sliced

Steps:

1.In a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker, combine the soy sauce, sugar, chili-garlic sauce, ginger, five-spice powder (if using), ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Add the pork and toss to coat. Cook, covered, until the pork is tender, on high for 4 to 5 hours or on low for 7 to 8 hours. 2.Twenty-five minutes before serving, cook the rice according to the package directions. 3.Meanwhile, skim off and discard any fat from the pork. Gently fold the bok choy into the pork and cook, covered, until heated through, 2 to 4 minutes. Serve with the rice and sprinkle with the scallions.

Tips:

Choose pork shoulder or butt for the most tender and flavorful results.
Sear the pork in a hot skillet before slow cooking to develop a rich, caramelized crust.
Use a variety of Asian spices and sauces to create a complex and flavorful broth.
Add vegetables such as carrots, celery, and onions to the slow cooker for a healthy and hearty meal.
Serve the pork over rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice for a complete meal.

Conclusion:

This Sweet and Spicy Slow Cooker Asian Pork is an easy and delicious weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. The pork is fall-apart tender and packed with flavor, and the sauce is the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory. Serve it over rice, noodles, or cauliflower rice for a complete and satisfying meal.