Shredded orange pork in the slow cooker: tender, fragrant and incredibly flavorful. A simple recipe that transforms pork into a main dish you’ll lick your lips for, perfect for anyone who loves slow cooking.
If there’s a way to elevate a simple cut of pork, it’s undoubtedly slow cooking. Shredded orange pork in the slow cooker is a recipe that wins you over immediately: the meat, cooked slowly, becomes incredibly tender and falls apart at the touch of a fork, while the citrus aroma fills the kitchen and stimulates the appetite.
The recipe is surprisingly easy to make: just a few quality ingredients and a slow cooker to achieve a restaurant-quality result without effort or constant supervision. It’s ideal for those who love slow-cooked dishes, where flavors develop slowly, leaving the meat juicy and full of character.
Perfect as a main course served as-is, or used for gourmet sandwiches, tacos or bowls loaded with vegetables, shredded orange pork wins with its intense flavor and practicality. A recipe that combines tenderness, aroma and ease.
At the bottom of the recipe, in the FAQ section, I’ve answered some questions about this preparation. If you have other doubts or curiosities, leave a comment or use the contact form found at the end of the page.
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- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Medium
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4 Servings
- Cooking methods: Slow cooker
- Cuisine: American
- Seasonality: Autumn, Winter
- Energy 655.61 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 14.27 (g) of which sugars 10.97 (g)
- Proteins 52.80 (g)
- Fat 41.76 (g) of which saturated 15.46 (g)of which unsaturated 22.26 (g)
- Fibers 1.13 (g)
- Sodium 677.82 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 180 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Shredded Orange Pork in the Slow Cooker
- 1 lb 12 oz pork (neck or shoulder)
- 1 yellow onion
- to taste salt
- to taste black pepper
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 3 tbsp + 1 tsp maple syrup
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- orange zest
Tools
- Cutting board
- Bowl
- Slow cooker
Recipe for Shredded Orange Pork in the Slow Cooker
Start preparing the shredded orange pork by making the sauce: place the tomato paste, orange zest and apple cider vinegar in a bowl.
Stir well until you have a uniform mixture.
Add the orange juice and stir again.
I recommend using fresh orange juice for this recipe.
Also add the maple syrup and soy sauce.
Finish preparing the sauce with the smoked paprika.
Mix well and set aside.
Move on to the meat: rub it well with salt and black pepper on all sides.
Separately, peel a yellow onion, halve it and slice it.
Put the onions, the meat and the orange sauce into the slow cooker.
Close the cooker with the lid, then set the slow cooker to the LOW setting and let it cook for 7-8 hours.
When cooking is complete, shred the pork with meat claws or two forks.
Serve the shredded orange pork from the slow cooker.
Shredded Orange Pork: Easy Slow Cooker Recipe
Shredded orange pork is a dish that combines simplicity and taste: soft, aromatic and perfect to enjoy in many ways. Once you’ve tried slow cooking, you’ll see how it can transform simple ingredients into a truly special main course, ready to wow your table and guests.
Also try the Pork stew with apples and onions in the slow cooker
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I prepare shredded pork in advance?
Yes, you can cook it the day before and store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a pan or in the microwave before serving.
Can I substitute maple syrup?You can use honey or brown sugar as an alternative, adjusting the amount depending on how sweet you prefer it.
How can I serve shredded orange pork?It’s perfect as a main course on its own, or as a filling for sandwiches, tacos or bowls with vegetables. Its citrus aroma and tender meat lend themselves to many tasty variations.
You can find all the recipes made so far with the slow cooker in the Slow Cooker Recipes section.
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