Slow Cooker Hoisin Pork with Asian Slaw

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Tender slow-cooked pork shoulder bathed in hoisin and soy sauce, paired with a crunchy, tangy Asian slaw for a balanced, flavorful meal. This asian fusion-inspired pork ready in about 500 minutes pairs hoisin sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 480 min Serves 6 Asian Fusion cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Place 2 lbs cut pork shoulder into the slow cooker. In a bowl, whisk together 1/3 cup hoisin sauce, 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tbsp rice vinegar, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp minced ginger, and 1/2 cup water. Pour this mixture over the pork.
  2. Step 2: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the pork is very tender and shreds easily.
  3. Step 3: While the pork cooks, prepare the slaw by combining 3 cups shredded green cabbage, 1 cup shredded red cabbage, 1 large shredded carrot, and 2 sliced scallions in a large bowl.
  4. Step 4: Whisk 1 tbsp sesame oil with 1 tbsp lime juice and toss with the cabbage mixture until well coated.
  5. Step 5: When the pork is done, shred it using two forks and stir it into the slow cooker juices.
  6. Step 6: Serve the hoisin pork over a bed of Asian slaw and garnish with 1/4 cup chopped cilantro for freshness.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow Cooker Hoisin Pork with Asian Slaw 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 Slow Cooker Hoisin Pork with Asian Slaw?

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 hoisin sauce from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Slow Cooker Hoisin Pork with Asian Slaw?

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 Slow Cooker Hoisin Pork with Asian Slaw 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 Slow Cooker Hoisin Pork with Asian Slaw?

Asian Fusion 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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