Crockpot Brown Sugar Balsamic Glazed Pork
This savory-sweet Crockpot Brown Sugar Balsamic Glazed Pork is an easy and flavorful dish that infuses tender pork with a rich glaze. Perfect for a family meal or meal prep, it cooks low and slow to ensure juicy, mouthwatering results.
Equipment
- 1 Crockpot
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 whisk
- 1 cutting board
- 1 mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 2.5 lbs pork shoulder or pork loin
- ½ cup brown sugar Adjust according to desired sweetness level.
- ½ cup balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup dijon mustard
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil For searing pork, optional.
- 1 quantity fresh parsley For garnish, optional.
Instructions
- If desired, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork shoulder on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, dijon mustard, minced garlic, black pepper, and salt until well combined.
- Place the pork shoulder in the Crockpot. Pour the balsamic glaze mixture over the pork, ensuring it is well-coated.
- Cover the Crockpot and cook on low for 6 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
- Once cooked, remove the pork from the Crockpot and let it rest for a few minutes.
- Optionally thicken the sauce by cooking it on high for 15-20 minutes with the lid off.
- Shred the pork using two forks and then return it to the sauce, mixing well to coat.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Adjust the amount of brown sugar according to your desired sweetness level.