Spanish Seasoned Pork Slow Cooker Crockpot

Transport your taste buds to the vibrant flavors of Spain with this Spanish Seasoned Pork Slow Cooker Crockpot recipe! This juicy, fall-apart tender pork shoulder is infused with robust spices like smoked paprika, cumin, and oregano, then slow-cooked to perfection with aromatic garlic, lime juice, and a medley of onions, red bell peppers, and tomatoes. The rich, savory broth ensures every bite is bursting with flavor after hours of low-and-slow cooking. Perfectly suited for tacos, burrito bowls, or a simple side of rice, this effortless slow cooker recipe is a one-pot wonder that’s both meal-prep friendly and satisfyingly delicious. Get ready to savor the ease and bold essence of Spanish-inspired cuisine with every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 lbs Pork shoulder (boneless)
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 4 Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1.5 tbsp Paprika (preferably smoked)
• 1 tbsp Ground cumin
• 2 tsp Dried oregano
• 0.5 tsp Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
• 2 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Black pepper
• 2 tbsp Lime juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 cup Chicken broth
• 14.5 oz Diced tomatoes (canned, with juices)
• 1 medium Yellow onion (chopped)
• 1 medium Red bell pepper (chopped)

Directions

Step 1

Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and pat it dry with paper towels.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, ground cumin, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to form a spice rub.

Step 3

Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder, ensuring it is well coated.

Step 4

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork shoulder on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Step 5

Place the seared pork shoulder in the slow cooker.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic, lime juice, chicken broth, diced tomatoes (with juices), chopped onion, and chopped red bell pepper to the slow cooker. Stir gently to combine.

Step 7

Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low for 8 hours or until the pork is tender and easily falls apart.

Step 8

Once cooked, carefully remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.

Step 9

Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir to coat it with the juices and vegetables.

Step 10

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with tortillas, over rice, or as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2374.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3937.1

Total Fat 304.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 100.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 952.5mg	0%
Sodium 6874.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 57.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.2g	0%
Total Sugars 26.5g
Protein 259.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 404.7mg	0%
Iron 27.1mg	0%
Potassium 5642.3mg	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: 68.4%

Protein: 25.9%

Carbs: 5.8%