Miso-Glazed Pork Shoulder with Root Vegetables

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A comforting slow-cooked meal featuring tender pork shoulder glazed in savory-sweet miso, roasted with carrots and parsnips until caramelized. This japanese-inspired slow cooker (gluten-free) ready in about 500 minutes pairs pork shoulder, white miso paste, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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.

★ 4.3 (11 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 480 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels, then rub with 1 tbsp olive oil to ensure even browning.
  2. Step 2: Place pork shoulder in slow cooker, then mix miso paste, honey, and soy sauce in a small bowl until smooth; spread evenly over pork.
  3. Step 3: Arrange carrots and parsnips around the pork, drizzle with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, and sprinkle with garlic and thyme.
  4. Step 4: Cook on LOW for 8 hours until pork is fork-tender and vegetables are caramelized around the edges.
  5. Step 5: Transfer pork and vegetables to a platter, tent with foil, and let rest 10 minutes before slicing.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Glazed Pork Shoulder with 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 Miso-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 Miso-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 Miso-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.

Is Miso-Glazed Pork Shoulder with Root Vegetables gluten-free?

Yes — this recipe is tagged gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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