Slow Cooker Maple-Glazed Montreal-Style Pork Shoulder

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-11 · Updated 2026-06-11

This tender pork shoulder slow-cooked with maple syrup and classic Montreal spices delivers a sweet and smoky regional Canadian flavor perfect for a comforting dinner. This Canadian-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 500 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, pure maple syrup, Montreal steak seasoning 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.

Ingredients

• 3 lbs pork shoulder
• 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
• 2 tbsp Montreal steak seasoning
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
• 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup water

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Rub 3 lbs pork shoulder all over with 2 tbsp Montreal steak seasoning, 1 tsp black pepper, and 4 minced garlic cloves. Let rest for 15 minutes at room temperature.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork shoulder on all sides for 3-4 minutes per side until a deep golden crust forms.
3. Step 3: Transfer seared pork to a slow cooker. Add 1 sliced medium yellow onion, 1/4 cup pure maple syrup, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, and 1/2 cup water around the pork.
4. Step 4: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours until pork is fork-tender and shreds easily.
5. Step 5: Remove pork from slow cooker, shred with two forks, and mix with the cooking juices before serving.