Crock Pot Asian Pork with Mushrooms
Succulent boneless pork roast is gently simmered with a blend of Asian spices, resulting in a fragrant and flavorful dish enriched with mushrooms and savory broth. This delightful pork can be served over a bed of rice or noodles, garnished with freshly chopped green onions, cilantro, and a drizzle of sriracha for an extra kick.
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Ingredients
- 2 lb lean boneless pork sirloin roast
- 1/2 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
- 3 tbsp agave
- 1 tsp hot sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp Chinese five spice
- 3 cloves crushed garlic
- 1 tbsp fresh grated ginger root
- 8 oz sliced mushrooms
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 cup low-sodium fat-free chicken broth
- kosher salt and fresh cracked pepper
- Non-stick oil spray
Instructions
- 1
Generously sprinkle salt and freshly cracked black pepper over the pork, ensuring all surfaces are coated.
- 2
Place a skillet over medium-high heat and lightly coat with cooking spray. Sear the pork until browned on all sides, which should take approximately 7 to 8 minutes.
- 3
In the slow cooker, mix together the broth, soy sauce (or Tamari), balsamic vinegar, agave syrup, sesame oil, Chinese five spice, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Once combined, add the browned pork to the mixture and set the slow cooker to low for 8 hours.
- 4
About 30 minutes prior to the cooking time ending, take out the pork and let it rest for a few minutes. Add the mushrooms to the crock pot, cover, and continue to cook on low for an additional 30 minutes.
- 5
While the mushrooms are cooking, use two forks to shred the rested pork into bite-sized pieces.
- 6
Once the mushrooms are cooked through and tender, remove roughly 1 cup of the broth from the crock pot and set it aside for later use if desired.
- 7
Stir the shredded pork back into the crock pot, ensuring it is well combined with the other ingredients.
- 8
If you wish to include baby spinach, add it at the very end and cover for a few minutes until the leaves are wilted.
Nutrition Information
Notes & Tips
- Soduim calculated since you don't use all the liquid.