Costa Vida Sweet Pork Recipe Crock Pot
Description
Costa Vida's sweet pork is a deliciously sweet and savory dish that can be served with a variety of sides. It is a popular dish in Mexican restaurants and can be easily made in a slow cooker for a convenient meal without sacrificing flavor. This version of Costa Vida's sweet pork is made in a crock pot and is sure to be a crowd pleaser. It is full of flavor with a hint of sweetness that will tantalize your taste buds. The ingredients are simple and the recipe is easy to follow, making it perfect for busy days. Serve it up with warm tortillas and your favorite sides for a meal that will be sure to please the whole family.
Prep Time
Preparing this Costa Vida sweet pork recipe takes very little time. All you need to do is gather the ingredients, mix them together, and add to the slow cooker. The total time to prepare the pork is about 10 minutes.
Cook Time
The pork cooks in the slow cooker on low for 8-10 hours. Once it is done, the pork should be fork-tender and shred easily. You can adjust the cook time depending on your schedule; if you need the pork to be done sooner, you can cook it on high for 4-5 hours.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs boneless pork shoulder
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
Instructions
1. Place the pork in the slow cooker and pour the chicken broth, orange juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, tomato paste, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper over the pork.
2. Drizzle the olive oil and lime juice over the pork and stir to combine.
3. Cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours.
4. When the pork is done, it should be fork-tender and shred easily. Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it with two forks.
5. Serve with warm tortillas and your favorite sides.
Equipment
For this recipe, you will need a slow cooker, two forks, and a mixing bowl.
Notes
If you want the pork to be extra tender, you can add 1/2 cup of water to the slow cooker when cooking on low. You can also add other spices to the pork if desired, such as oregano or cayenne pepper.
Nutrition: Per Serving
Calories: 273
Fat: 11g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 29g
Recipe Tips
This Costa Vida sweet pork recipe is a great way to feed a crowd. You can easily double or triple the recipe to feed more people. If you are looking for more flavor, you can add some diced jalapenos to the slow cooker when cooking. You can also serve the pork in tacos or burritos with your favorite toppings. This is a great way to switch up the dish and add more flavor. If you have any leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
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