Honey-Mustard Glazed Pork Shoulder with Roasted Root Vegetables
Tender pork shoulder braised in a sweet-savory honey-mustard glaze with carrots, potatoes, and onions for a comforting weeknight meal. This american-inspired slow cooker ready in about 375 minutes pairs pounds pork shoulder, honey, tablespoons Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 540 calories and feeds 4, 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.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork shoulder
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 medium onion
- 3 medium carrots
- 4 medium potatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup honey, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, and 4 minced garlic cloves until smooth.
- Step 2: Season 2 pounds pork shoulder cubes with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, then toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil until coated.
- Step 3: Dice 1 medium onion and cut 3 medium carrots and 4 medium potatoes into 1-inch pieces.
- Step 4: Place vegetables in the slow cooker, arrange seasoned pork on top, pour honey-mustard mixture over, and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon dried thyme.
- Step 5: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours until pork is fork-tender.
- Step 6: Carefully remove pork and vegetables to a platter, skim excess fat from cooking liquid, then return liquid to slow cooker.
- Step 7: Simmer on high for 10 minutes until slightly thickened, then pour over pork and vegetables before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Mustard Glazed Pork Shoulder with Roasted Root Vegetables take to make?
Total time is about 375 minutes (15 min prep + 360 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 Honey-Mustard Glazed Pork Shoulder with Roasted Root Vegetables?
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 pounds pork shoulder from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Mustard Glazed Pork Shoulder with Roasted Root Vegetables?
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 Honey-Mustard Glazed Pork Shoulder with Roasted Root Vegetables for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Honey-Mustard Glazed Pork Shoulder with Roasted Root Vegetables?
American 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.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
The slow cooker made it so easy. I served it with mashed potatoes and the whole family asked for seconds.
- ★★★★★
Made this for a Sunday dinner and everyone loved it. The pork shoulder was so tender, and the glaze added just the right sweet and tangy flavor.
- ★★★★★
This dish was a hit with my family! The honey-mustard glaze was perfect and the root vegetables roasted to golden perfection.
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