slow cooker heaven: pomegranate pork roast

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Wichita, KS
Updated on Dec 31, 2015

Here’s an easy dish to prepare, and the pomegranate really makes this dish kick. The pomegranate sauce is enhanced by the sugars and the honey and they produce a perfect compliment to the pork. And, did I say that it was easy… just set it and forget it. So, you ready… Let’s get into the kitchen.

prep time 20 Min
cook time 6 Hr
method Slow Cooker Crock Pot
yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

  • PLAN/PURCHASE
  • 2 cups pomegranate juice
  • 1/2 cup fresh honey
  • 1 large lemon, the juice and the zest
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 2 pounds boneless pork roast
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin
  • - salt, kosher variety, to taste
  • - black pepper, freshly ground, to taste

How To Make slow cooker heaven: pomegranate pork roast

  • Step 1
    PREP/PREPARE
  • Step 2
    Gather your ingredients.
  • Step 3
    Add the pomegranate juice to a small saucepan.
  • Step 4
    Chef's Note: Simmer until reduced by half, about 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Step 5
    Chef’s Note: The saucepan that I am using is called a “reduction pan.” The sides of a reduction pan slope outward, like an inverted pyramid, and this helps in evaporation.
  • Step 6
    While the pomegranate juice is reducing, coat the pork roast with the olive oil.
  • Step 7
    Generously sprinkle salt and pepper over the roast.
  • Step 8
    Place the roast in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Step 9
    Brown on all sides, about 2 minutes per side, and reserve.
  • Step 10
    After the pomegranate juice has reduced, add the honey, lemon juice, zest, garlic, and brown sugar, to the saucepan.
  • Step 11
    Stir to incorporate all the ingredients.
  • Step 12
    Pour the pomegranate sauce into the slow cooker, and then add the pork roast.
  • Step 13
    Cook on low for 4 to 6 hours (you can’t burn it), until it is fork tender.
  • Step 14
    PLATE/PRESENT
  • Step 15
    Remove roast from slow cooker and allow the roast to rest for 10 minutes.
  • Step 16
    Slice into generous slices, drizzle with the sauce, and serve with your favorite sides. Enjoy.
  • Step 17
    Keep the faith, and keep cooking.

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