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    Home » Recipes » Slow Cooker Recipes » Slow Cooker Pork Tacos

    Published: Mar 30, 2020 · Modified: Dec 26, 2021 by Jennifer · This post may contain affiliate links

    Slow Cooker Pork Tacos

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    bbq pork roast in a slow cooker
    Struggling with what to make for dinner? The filling for these Slow Cooker Pork Tacos requires only 3 ingredients and about about 10 minutes of effort. There are lots of ways to serve them up. Why not cook once and have several meals?!
    pork tacos with a lime on a plate

    Highlights

    Utilizing a pork shoulder roast for tons of flavor and cooking it all day until tender, there is no doubt your family will crave the flavor of this these easy pork tacos.
    Add these to the slow cooker first thing in the day and don’t worry about what’s for dinner later.
    They are so versatile! You can serve pork tacos up with what you have on hand without the stress of trying to go to the grocery store.

    pork roast, seasoning, and bottle of beer

    Ingredient Notes

    • Pork shoulder - also called pork butt and commonly used to make pulled pork - is perfect for these tacos. I prefer boneless but you could use bone-in if that’s what you have available.
    • Use my homemade taco seasoning blend or your favorite store bought version.
    • Beer. I like a lighter beer, an IPA or Pale Ale. Feel free to use what you like, or swap out for chicken or veggie broth instead.

    preparation picture of pork tacos

    Preparation Notes

    • If you need the pork to cook faster, cut it into smaller chunks before adding to slow cooker
    • Top with seasoning and then add beer
    • The beer will help add additional flavor and break down the pork to make it tender, but it’s okay to sub broth instead if desired

    pork roast in a slow cooker

    Equipment Notes

    • 5 quart slow cooker
    • Quick read thermometer

    cooked pork roast in a slow cookerRecipe Notes

    • Pork should reach an internal temperature of 205 degrees F in order to shred easily

    How To Prep Ahead

    • Add pork and seasoning to a freezer safe container or zipper bag
    • Store in fridge up to 3 days or freezer up to 3 months
    • Thaw completely and add beer to cook

    sour cream and canned adobo peppersServing up Pork Tacos

    I love to serve them in soft flour shells topped with adobo sour cream (recipe included) and fresh cilantro if I have it.

    How To Store Leftovers

    • Let cool completely, then store in air tight containers in fridge for up to 3 days or freezer up to 3 months

    Related Recipes

    • Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Tacos
    • Slow Cooker Asian Pork Tacos

    3 pork tacos on gray plate with limes

    Slow Cooker Pork Tacos with Adobo Sour Cream

    Jennifer Draper
    Struggling with what to make for dinner? The filling for these Slow Cooker Pork Tacos requires only 3 ingredients and about about 10 minutes of effort. Lot’s of ways to serve them up, why not cook once and have several meals?!
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 8 hrs
    Total Time 8 hrs 15 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6
    Calories 190 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    For Pork:

    • 2 pounds pork shoulder roast
    • 1 tablespoon homemade taco seasoning (see link below or use one packet taco seasoning)
    • 8 ounces beer (vegetable broth can be substituted)

    For Sour Cream:

    • ½ cup sour cream
    • 2 teaspoons adobo sauce from can of chipotle peppers (or less depending on your preferred spice level)

    Instructions
     

    • Place pork in slow cooker and pour in beer around the bottom making sure it doesn't come up any more than halfway on the pork
    • Rub in taco seasoning to exposed top half of pork
    • Cover and cook on low for at least 8 hours
    • Remove juices from slow cooker and reserve about ½ cup
    • Shred pork with forks and add back liquid a little at a time until it's juicy but not swimming in liquid
    • With a spoon mix together sour cream with adobo sauce
    • Serve on your favorite taco shells

    Notes

    • Pork should reach an internal temperature of 205 degrees F in order to shred easily
    To prep ahead:
    • Add pork and seasoning to a freezer safe container or zipper bag
    • Store in fridge up to 3 days or freezer up to 3 months
    • Thaw completely and add beer to cook
    Leftovers:
    • Store in air tight containers in fridge up to 3 days or freezer for 3 months

    Nutrition

    Calories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 19gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 72mgSodium: 406mgPotassium: 349mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 158IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 36mgIron: 1mg
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    Important nutritional disclaimer

    Find the homemade taco seasoning here!

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    Comments

    1. Arpita Patel says

      April 18, 2020 at 7:20 am

      5 stars
      I’m really eager to try this recipe! Instead of grating a piece of ginger, can I use ground ginger? If yes, what would be your suggested amount?

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        April 20, 2020 at 9:48 am

        Hey there, did you mean to comment on a different recipe? This one doesn't have any ginger.

        Reply
    2. g says

      July 25, 2014 at 9:04 pm

      I knew you would make it better--I can't wait to try your spice blend!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        July 26, 2014 at 8:11 am

        I think it would be just as good either way! Love the idea!! Several people have told me they are going to make it soon.

        Reply

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