Ingredients and Weight:
- Pork shoulder (boneless, skinless): 4-5 pounds
- Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
- Salt: 1 tablespoon
- Black pepper: 1 teaspoon
- Dried cranberries: 1 cup
- Orange zest: 1 teaspoon
- Orange juice: 1 cup
- Chicken broth: 1 cup
- Honey: 1/4 cup
Preparation Time:
10 minutes
Cooking Time:
6-8 hours on low
Difficulty Level:
2 (Easy)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Season the pork shoulder generously with salt and pepper.
- Sear the pork in a hot skillet with olive oil until browned on all sides.
- Place the browned pork in a slow cooker.
- In a bowl, combine the cranberries, orange zest, orange juice, chicken broth, and honey.
- Pour the liquid mixture over the pork.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the pork is tender and falls apart easily.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (1/8th of the recipe):
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 30 grams
- Carbohydrates: 25 grams
- Fat: 15 grams
Dish Characteristics:
- Tender and flavorful pork
- Sweet and tart cranberry sauce
- Rich and savory gravy
- Perfect for a special occasion or holiday meal
User Comments:
- "This dish was absolutely delicious! The pork was so tender and juicy, and the cranberry sauce was the perfect complement."
- "I loved how easy it was to make. I just threw everything in the slow cooker and let it cook all day."
- "The leftovers were even better than the first day! I reheated the pork and cranberry sauce in the microwave and it was just as good."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have a slow cooker, you can cook this dish in a Dutch oven in the oven at 325°F for 3-4 hours.
- Serve the pork roast with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, or a salad.
- To make the dish gluten-free, use gluten-free chicken broth.
