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There is a smarter way to approach slow cooker salsa verde, and it starts with knowing a few key details. This guide covers them, along with tips you can apply immediately.
Key Takeaways
- Enjoy. 🙂 Jump to Recipe Print Recipe This weekend, how about a super straightforward Crock-Pot recipe that makes plenty of leftovers?
- I used Hatch Valley + green chile pepper salsa here since it was seasonally stocked at ALDI near Cinco de Mayo.
- Apply salsa verde if you prefer, or if that is more readily available near you.
- ALDI Hatch Valley Salsa last year that you might find useful. 🙂 With a smaller roast the salsa alone might do.
A Closer Look at Slow Cooker Salsa Verde
This savory Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Pulled Pork recipe (made here with ALDI's Hatch + Green Chile Pepper Salsa!) sports so much flavor for such a straightforward meal, and leaves you with plenty of leftover pulled pork to re-purpose into any of several meals. Worth noting: trader Joe's does carry a highly solid (and more authentic) Hatch Valley pepper salsa year-round, but note that it's a smaller jar and different in texture -- I did a little compare-and-contrast of Trader Joe's vs.
Since mine was over 7 lbs, though, I also threw in a can of diced tomatoes with green chilies to assist be sure that each bite was infused with flavor. The final salsa verde pulled pork came out tangy, but not overly spicy; the salsa and tomatoes are seasoning a whole lot of meat here.
What to Know About Slow Cooker Salsa Verde
More importantly, as consistently, larger roasts will work much better in a larger Crock-Pot. I used a seven quart slow cooker for right now's recipe.
My original plan was to make salsa verde pulled pork tacos on corn tortillas, but the few packs remaining at my store the other day were dried out and sad looking. So, we went with flour tortillas instead -- since flexibility is key, right?
How Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Really Works
Remember that place pork shoulder on top of the onion (fat side down) and season it with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and Kosher salt. Add the minced garlic to the top, then pour both the salsa verde and the diced tomatoes with green chilies over everything.
Cook on low for 8-10 hours, then shred the pork, discarding the bone (if present) and the liquid and any large chunks of fat. You can shred the cooked onions right on in with the pork or discard, your choice.
Getting the Most From Slow Cooker Salsa Verde
As a rule, i left mine in for added flavor -- and after 10 hours in the Crock-Pot, the pork shredded super simply. Serve your slow cooked salsa verde pulled pork with your favorite taco toppings: In tortillas, over rice, make a taco salad, make a burrito bowl, apply on nachos... it's versatile!
Mine is shown here in flour tortillas with a little shredded cheese and guacamole, but it's also highly solid on corn tortillas. Note: The pulled pork itself is both low carb & gluten free, making the entire meal low carb/gluten free if you pick to make yours into, say, a taco salad.
Tips That Make a Difference
In short, everyone likes this straightforward shredded pork taco dinner An straightforward Crock-Pot dinner that everyone enjoys? Plenty of leftovers for apply in future straightforward dinners?
What's not to like? Throw just a few straightforward ingredients into your slow cooker before you leave for the day, and come back home to a hot fully-cooked meal: You'll just require to take a few minutes to shred the pork, then add your favorite taco fixings.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Worth noting: loving those leftovers Speaking of flexibility, one of the best parts of a large slow cooker full of salsa verde pulled pork is the freedom it allows you in playing with different variations on the leftovers. I've already scratched up an awesome batch of oven-baked taquitos, and have a bag of blue corn tortilla chips in the cupboard that is just calling out to be made into nachos.
But, leftover salsa verde pulled pork genuinely rocks in all sorts of recipes. Try it in anything from enchiladas to grilled cheese, or check out one of these recipe concepts: Salsa verde pork & spinach baked taquitos Southwest pulled pork & potato bowls Salsa pork naan pizza Comforting carnitas stew Salsa pulled pork soup.
Is Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Worth It?
More importantly, apply your imagination, and eat well all week! Slow Cooker Salsa Verde Pulled Pork, printable recipe Save Recipe!
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I save money on slow cooker salsa verde?
Compare prices across a few retailers, look for active coupon codes, and time bigger buys around sales events. Worth noting: trader Joe's does carry a highly solid (and more authentic) Hatch Valley pepper salsa year-round, but note that it's a smaller jar and different in texture -- I did a little compare-and-contrast of Trader J....
Is it worth shopping around for slow cooker salsa verde?
Usually yes. Since mine was over 7 lbs, though, I also threw in a can of diced tomatoes with green chilies to assist be sure that each bite was infused with flavor.
What should I check before buying?
Read the terms, confirm any code still works, and factor in shipping or returns. The final salsa verde pulled pork came out tangy, but not overly spicy; the salsa and tomatoes are seasoning a whole lot of meat here.
Smart Ways to Save More on Slow Cooker Salsa Verde
- Leave items in your cart for a day; some stores send a follow up discount.
- Pair cashback with a coupon so you save twice on the same order.
- Stack a coupon code with an existing sale whenever the store allows it.
- Sign up for the retailer newsletter to catch first time and seasonal discounts.
- Compare the final price including shipping, not just the headline number.
Final Thoughts
The bottom line on slow cooker salsa verde: a little research goes a long way. Compare your options, watch for seasonal offers, and never pay full price when a better deal is a click away.
Originally published at mashupmom.com.
