Coca Cola Pork Roast

Tender, sweet, and irresistibly savory, this Coca Cola Pork Roast is a slow-cooked masterpiece that turns a humble pork shoulder into a melt-in-your-mouth meal. Infused with the rich, caramelized flavors of Coca Cola, brown sugar, and a hint of soy sauce, the sauce is the real showstopper—perfectly balancing sweetness and umami. A quick sear locks in the flavor of the seasoned roast before it cooks low and slow with ingredients like ketchup, garlic, and smoked paprika, creating a depth of flavor that will have everyone asking for seconds. Once tender, the pork is shredded and coated in a luscious, thickened sauce, making it ideal for pairing with creamy mashed potatoes, fluffy rice, or roasted vegetables. Whether it’s for a hearty family dinner or a potluck, this soul-satisfying dish is as simple as it is impressive!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:375 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 lb Pork shoulder roast (boneless)
• 2 cups Coca Cola
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 0.5 cup Ketchup
• 1 medium Onion (finely chopped)
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Pat the pork shoulder roast dry with paper towels and season all over with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork roast on all sides until it is golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer it to a slow cooker.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together Coca Cola, brown sugar, soy sauce, ketchup, chopped onion, and minced garlic until well combined.

Step 4

Pour the Coca Cola mixture over the pork roast in the slow cooker, ensuring it is evenly coated.

Step 5

Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 4-5 hours, until the pork is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.

Step 6

Once cooked, carefully remove the pork from the slow cooker and set it aside on a large platter. Shred the meat using two forks.

Step 7

Skim excess fat from the sauce in the slow cooker. To thicken the sauce, whisk together the cornstarch and water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the sauce and allow it to cook for an additional 10-15 minutes on high while stirring occasionally, until thickened.

Step 8

Pour the thickened sauce over the shredded pork, tossing to coat evenly.

Step 9

Serve the Coca Cola Pork Roast warm with your choice of side dishes like mashed potatoes, rice, or roasted vegetables. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2284.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4354.2

Total Fat 300.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 99.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 952.5mg	0%
Sodium 6134.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 177.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g	0%
Total Sugars 148.7g
Protein 253.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 268.2mg	0%
Iron 13.8mg	0%
Potassium 4259.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.1%

Protein: 22.9%

Carbs: 16.0%