4-Ingredient Honey Mustard Pork Roast
This slow cooker honey mustard pork roast proves that a handful of basic ingredients can create a deeply flavorful and satisfying meal. It’s a true set-it-and-forget-it recipe, yet the result feels anything but ordinary. As it cooks, the honey and mustard come together into a smooth, glossy sauce that enhances the pork’s natural tenderness.
It pairs well with mashed potatoes, pasta, or roasted vegetables, and the leftovers are perfect for sandwiches the next day. You can also leave it on the warm setting in the slow cooker, making it convenient for serving during gatherings.
4-Ingredient Honey Mustard Pork Roast
Ingredients
- 3–4 lb boneless pork shoulder or pork loin roast, trimmed
- ½ cup honey
- ½ cup Dijon mustard (or yellow mustard for a milder flavor)
- 1½–2 teaspoons kosher salt
Instructions
1. Prep the pork
Pat the pork dry and place it into a 5–7 quart slow cooker.
2. Mix the sauce
In a bowl, whisk together the honey, mustard, and salt until smooth.
3. Coat the meat
Pour the sauce over the pork, turning it to coat evenly. If there is a fat side, place it facing up.
4. Cook
Cover and cook on LOW for 7–9 hours or HIGH for 3½–4½ hours, until the pork is very tender and easy to pull apart.
5. Rest and cut
Remove the pork to a cutting board and let it rest for about 10 minutes before slicing or shredding.
6. Adjust the sauce
Skim excess fat from the cooking liquid. For a thicker consistency, cook it uncovered on HIGH for 10–15 minutes.
7. Serve
Return the pork to the sauce or spoon the thickened glaze over the top before serving.
