Honey-Mustard Glazed Pork Shoulder with Root Vegetables
Tender pork shoulder slow-cooked with a sweet-tangy glaze and roasted carrots, potatoes, and parsnips for a comforting weeknight meal. This american-inspired slow cooker ready in about 495 minutes pairs pork shoulder, honey, Dijon mustard for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 580 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
- 1.5 lbs pork shoulder
- 3 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 2 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces carrots
- 1 lb Yukon Gold, cut into 1-inch chunks potatoes
- 2 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces parsnips
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place pork shoulder in slow cooker and season evenly with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Whisk together honey, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic in a small bowl, then spread over pork.
- Step 3: Arrange carrots, potatoes, and parsnips around pork, drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil, and sprinkle with thyme, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 4: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours until pork is fork-tender and vegetables are golden at edges.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Honey-Mustard Glazed Pork Shoulder with Root Vegetables 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 Honey-Mustard Glazed Pork Shoulder with 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 pork shoulder from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Honey-Mustard Glazed Pork Shoulder with 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 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 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 pork was melt-in-your-mouth tender and the honey-mustard glaze balanced perfectly with the root vegetables. Made for a stress-free Sunday dinner with my kids!
- ★★★★★
Slow cooker magic! The flavors deepened beautifully overnight. My husband said it was the best pork shoulder he’s ever had.
- ★★★★★
Family devoured this! The glaze caramelized just right and the carrots absorbed all the savory goodness. A new weeknight favorite.
