Crock Pot Cranberry Port Pork Roast ๐๐
Description: Dive into the delightful fusion of sweet and savory flavors with this Crock Pot Cranberry Port Pork Roast recipe! Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish promises to tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests.
Ingredients:
- 2 1/2 – 3 lbs boneless pork loin roast
- 1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
- 1/3 cup port wine
- 1/4 cup cranberry juice
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1 tbsp candied ginger, finely chopped
- 2 tsp dry mustard
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 3 tbsp cold water
- Rice, for serving
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 516.5
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 121mg
- Sodium: 307.3mg
- Carbohydrates: 48.3g
- Fiber: 1.1g
- Sugar: 41.6g
- Protein: 40.8g
Cooking Time:
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 hours
- Total Time: 7 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Instructions:
| Step | Instructions |
|---|---|
| 1 | Prepare the Roast: Place the boneless pork loin roast in the slow cooker. |
| 2 | Create the Flavorful Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the whole berry cranberry sauce, port wine, and sugar. Mix until well incorporated. |
| 3 | Add the Aromatics: Stir in the lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped candied ginger, dry mustard, salt, and black pepper into the cranberry mixture. Ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed. |
| 4 | Coat the Roast: Pour the cranberry mixture over the pork roast in the slow cooker, ensuring it is evenly coated. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours, or until the internal temperature of the meat reaches 170ยฐF. |
| 5 | Prepare the Sauce: Once the roast is cooked, carefully remove it from the slow cooker and keep it warm. Measure out 3 cups of the cooking juices from the slow cooker and transfer them to a saucepan. |
| 6 | Thicken the Sauce: Bring the cooking juices to a boil in the saucepan. In a separate cup, dissolve the cornstarch in cold water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the boiling cooking juices, and continue cooking while stirring until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency. |
| 7 | Serve and Enjoy: Slice the pork roast and serve it over rice. Pour the thickened cranberry-port sauce on top of the slices. Garnish with additional chopped candied ginger or fresh herbs if desired. Serve hot and savor every bite of this succulent dish! |
Whether you’re looking for a hearty meal to warm up your weeknight or aiming to impress your dinner guests with a stunning culinary creation, this Crock Pot Cranberry Port Pork Roast recipe is sure to become a favorite in your repertoire. Enjoy the blend of fruity sweetness from the cranberries and the rich, savory notes from the tender porkโit’s a match made in culinary heaven!
