Maple-Glazed Pulled Pork with Roasted Root Vegetables

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Tender slow-cooked pulled pork finished with a sweet maple glaze, served alongside caramelized roasted carrots and parsnips. This american-inspired pork ready in about 500 minutes pairs pork shoulder (boneless), salt, black pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 480 min Serves 6 American cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Rub 3 lbs boneless pork shoulder all over with 2 tsp salt, 1 tsp black pepper, 1 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1 tsp onion powder.
  2. Step 2: Place the pork in a slow cooker and pour 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar over it. Cook on low for 8 hours until the pork is fork-tender and easily shredded.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 3 peeled and cut carrots and 3 peeled and cut parsnips with 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 30-35 minutes until caramelized and tender.
  4. Step 4: Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred with two forks, discarding any large pieces of fat.
  5. Step 5: In a small saucepan, warm 1/3 cup maple syrup over medium heat for 2 minutes, then brush it generously over the shredded pork.
  6. Step 6: Serve the maple-glazed pulled pork alongside the roasted root vegetables for a hearty meal.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Maple-Glazed Pulled Pork with Roasted Root Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 500 minutes (20 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 Maple-Glazed Pulled Pork 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 pork shoulder (boneless) from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Glazed Pulled Pork 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 Maple-Glazed Pulled Pork with Roasted Root Vegetables 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 Maple-Glazed Pulled Pork with Roasted Root Vegetables?

American pork 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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