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Slow Cooker Garlic Herb Pork Steaks

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Slow Cooker Garlic Herb Pork Steaks

Description

These Slow Cooker Garlic Herb Pork Steaks are tender, juicy, and packed with bold, savory flavor. Marinated in a rich blend of garlic, herbs, and spices, the pork slowly cooks to perfection, soaking up every bit of the delicious sauce. It’s an easy, no-fuss meal that turns simple ingredients into something truly mouthwatering.

Ingredients

For the Pork:

  • 2–3 pork shoulder steaks
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp paprika

For the Marinade/Sauce:

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 4 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ cup chicken broth

Instructions

1. Prepare the Pork

  • Season pork steaks with salt, pepper, and paprika.

2. Make Marinade

  • In a bowl, mix olive oil, soy sauce, Worcestershire, lemon juice, garlic, herbs, spices, and broth.

3. Assemble

  • Place pork steaks in the slow cooker.
  • Pour marinade over the top.

4. Cook

  • Cover and cook:
    • Low: 6–7 hours
    • High: 3–4 hours

5. Finish

  • Spoon sauce over pork before serving.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Tips

  • Sear pork before slow cooking for deeper flavor 🔥
  • Add potatoes or carrots for a complete meal
  • Thicken sauce with cornstarch if you want gravy
  • Let meat rest a few minutes before serving

Notes

  • Pork shoulder is ideal because it becomes very tender
  • Flavor improves after resting in the sauce
  • Works great for meal prep

 Servings

  • Serves: 3–4 people

 Nutritional Information (per serving, approx.)

  • Calories: 420
  • Protein: 30g
  • Fat: 28g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 0g

 Benefits

  • High in protein
  • Rich, satisfying comfort meal
  • Easy one-pot cooking
  • Budget-friendly ingredients

 Q&A

Q: Can I use pork chops instead?
A: Yes, but reduce cooking time slightly.

Q: How do I make the sauce thicker?
A: Add a cornstarch slurry at the end and cook 15 minutes more.

Q: Can I cook this in the oven?
A: Yes, bake covered at 325°F (160°C) for about 2 hours.

Q: How long do leftovers last?
A: Up to 3 days in the fridge.

Q: What should I serve it with?
A: Rice, mashed potatoes, or roasted vegetables.

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