Bid for Flavor Slow-Cooked Pork Shoulder

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A tender, fall-apart pork shoulder braised with a sweet-savory glaze that mimics the thrill of winning an auction. This asian-inspired slow cooker ready in about 495 minutes pairs pork shoulder, soy sauce, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 4.2 (10 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 480 min Serves 6 Asian cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Trim excess fat from pork shoulder and cut into 2-inch cubes. Place in slow cooker.
  2. Step 2: Whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil. Pour over pork, ensuring all pieces are coated.
  3. Step 3: Set slow cooker to LOW for 8 hours or HIGH for 4 hours until pork is fork-tender and easily pulls apart.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Bid for Flavor Slow-Cooked Pork Shoulder take to make?

Total time is about 495 minutes (15 min prep + 480 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Bid for Flavor Slow-Cooked Pork Shoulder?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork shoulder from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Bid for Flavor Slow-Cooked Pork Shoulder?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Bid for Flavor Slow-Cooked Pork Shoulder for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Bid for Flavor Slow-Cooked Pork Shoulder?

Asian slow cooker like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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