Slow Cooker Thai Pork with Peanut Sauce

Indulge in the bold and comforting flavors of Slow Cooker Thai Pork with Peanut Sauce, a fuss-free recipe that's perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Tender, melt-in-your-mouth pork shoulder is slow-cooked to perfection in a creamy and aromatic peanut sauce made with coconut milk, red curry paste, soy sauce, and a touch of fresh lime juice. The rich, savory-sweet flavors are elevated with hints of garlic and ginger, creating a dish that's both exotic and universally pleasing. Finished with a thickened sauce and garnished with crunchy chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro, this Thai-inspired meal pairs beautifully with fluffy steamed rice or noodles. With minimal prep and the magic of a slow cooker, this recipe effortlessly delivers complex, restaurant-style flavors right to your table. Perfect for fans of easy slow cooker dinners and peanut-based sauces!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:495 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Pork shoulder (boneless, trimmed of excess fat)
• 1 cup Coconut milk (unsweetened, canned)
• 0.5 cup Creamy peanut butter
• 0.25 cup Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons Red curry paste
• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger (grated)
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 0.25 cup Chopped peanuts (for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder, then place it in the bottom of a slow cooker.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the coconut milk, peanut butter, soy sauce, brown sugar, fish sauce, red curry paste, minced garlic, grated ginger, and lime juice until smooth.

Step 3

Pour the sauce mixture over the pork in the slow cooker, making sure the pork is fully coated.

Step 4

Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 7–8 hours, or on high for 4–5 hours, until the pork is fork-tender.

Step 5

Once the pork is cooked, use two forks to shred the meat directly in the slow cooker, mixing it with the sauce.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to form a slurry. Add the slurry to the slow cooker and stir well.

Step 7

Turn the slow cooker to high and cook for an additional 15–20 minutes, or until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 8

Serve the Thai pork over steamed rice or noodles. Garnish with chopped peanuts and fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1516.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3929.2

Total Fat 299.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 123.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 725.7mg	0%
Sodium 5320.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 88.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.5g	0%
Total Sugars 40.1g
Protein 251.4g	0%

Vitamin D 63.5IU	0%
Calcium 303.3mg	0%
Iron 21.9mg	0%
Potassium 5065.9mg	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: 66.5%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 8.7%