I made this for Sunday dinner and it was huge hit! Im happy to announce that I found a couple recipes and then put them up to the Taste Test Challenge! I know, I know. When we boiled it down (no pun intended) I found they used a cut of meat OTHER THAN the cuts I recommend. Thats so odd. Im having a hard time finding the spice packet. I cook all the vegetables with the pork because it adds a really nice flavor, but I only use the onions in the sauce. In a blender or food processor, blend the remaining 8 ounces Coca-Cola, diced green chilies, enchilada sauce and brown sugar. Whisk to combine. xo This is by far the best sweet pork recipe! xo Serve on top of tortilla chips, tortillas, or a bed of rice. I always hope my replies are seen, but Im never sure as spam loves to take my emails. Drain the marinade and add the pork to a 5-quart slow cooker. Remove the lid, turn the heat up to high and cook for about 30 minutes until the sauce is . When I first made this I was so happy to see that adobo sauce and marinating the meat werent part of your recipe (Im glad you agree that it doesnt add noticeable extra flavor). Remove all liquid from the slow cooker. Maybe they will work? Ok and lastly can you post a pics of the old paso sauce packet you used, I cant seem to find it at the local grocery store Thanks a lot!!!! It actually acts as a meat tenderizer in the recipe so dont leave it out. We ate on it for 2 days!! Hope this helps. You made my day Rebecca! To the slow cooker, add in the garlic, onion, chili powder, water and cola. Si. Si, My son took some left-overs back to college with him and texted me to let me know that everyone loved it there as well. Thanks so much! I am one of those people that wont print out a recipe until it meets the mark. Absolutely! Mix to combine and sprinkle over the roast. Si. Arrange the carrots, celery, onions, and bay leaves around the pork, or place in a square of cheesecloth (the traditional way), pull up the corners and tie it shut with a string. You can also use Boneless Pork Rib meat, which is basically the same thing as the shoulder, without the bone. Would it effect the cooking time if I left the bone in? ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS. yay!) It is wonderful. Otherwise will try again when I have more time. HAVE you ever tried Diet Pepsi for the soda in place of coke or Pepsi? Hey Mindy! Cook the pork in a slow cooker for 8 hours on low or 4 hours on high. The pork will just be more tender than chicken. Alot of prep work but was delicious. xo In a food processor or blender, blend can Coke, chilies, enchilada sauce and remaining brown sugar (about a cup, you can add a little more or less to taste). Moving to my new house this weekend. Would timing and measurements be different? I am doing a frozen 7 lb roast should I increase the cooking time? Thank you so much for this recipe!! Marinate the pork by placing it in a large ziploc bag. [Note to judges: this was recipe 2 for all of you that preferred this one]. But have you noticed that most of them call for Coke or Dr. Pepper? Enjoy. I love your variation and thanks for sharing, Joana! Place pork in a baking dish and pour 8 ounces of Coca-Cola and water over it (I used a measuring cup). All rights reserved. Toss into your preferred salad or burrito! Combine the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chili powder, salt and pepper in a small dish. I made this last night for my family and we had Missionaries over and everybody loved it- the leftovers are amazing too! Allow to cool for a few minutes. Cook the shredded pork in the crockpot with the sauce for 2 hours on low. 50 min and I let it npr for 1hr until I was ready to finish dinner. Remove pork from crock pot and drain any liquid left in the pot. Hi Kathy! Amazingly easy and so delicious. Si. Put pork and marinade liquid into a lined slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours. We absolutely love this pork!! Chicken breast cooks a lot faster than the pork, so you dont want to over cook it. Yes, I do. Chill at least 1 hour or overnight. Remove the meat and set on a cutting board. I have been a little intimidated by new recipes in my IP, but had a great cut of meat from a sale and thought I would give it a try. And they both liked the SAME one. We are thrilled that so many of you have enjoyed this recipe as much as we have. Shake until meat is coated. It takes minut, Levain Bakery Chocolate Chip Cookie Copyc, Finished off the day with Pan Cream Cheese Sugar C, Come see us today (Monday only) from 3-6:00 at @ru, Favorite appetizer? A bit disappointed but its still yummy. I have both a 6 nd 8 quart, I most often use the 6 quart unless Im cooking for a big crowd or cooking two dishes at once in the IP. Thanks for the insider tip! When meat is browned on both sides, Add water around sides of meat. Its that good! Put pork, can of Coke, water, and garlic salt in crock pot and cook on high for about 3-4 hours or on low for 8 hours. I would love to pin this, but there is no image associated with it, so it wont let me pin the recipe. If you are in a hurry, skip this step and omit the oil in the pot. Ive tried another Cafe Rio sweet pork recipe, and yours definitely tastes more like the real deal!! It is heaven! just a thought for those trying to watch their sugar intake. Seal. I forgot to take that out of the instructions. Drain marinade and put pork, 1/2 can of coke, water, and garlic salt in crock pot on high for about 3-4 hours (or until it shreds easily, but don't let it get TOO dry) or on low for 8 hours. i use a boston butt cut and found it works perfectly. I tried the recipe with both boneless pork ribs and boneless pork shoulder. This is the perfect mix of savory sweet and will find its way into our regular taco Tuesday rotation. Theres no need to marinate the pork, like other recipes. . Perfect for burritos, salads and tacos! Thank you Si for another great recipe! I did try the sauce and it is tasty. The only problem is the other six people who live with me hated it. (They do rival the restaurant however, there is something lovely about having all the ingredients ready and a salad made-to-order for you at the restaurant!). {Plus, I sorta have an aversion to cooking with soda pop.}. I love your blog and havent ever been disappointed! One of my favorite dishes to get there is their sweet pork. Now I really have a hankering for a Cafe Rio pork salad. Maybe we still call it butt because butt is more fun to say than shoulder? Yum. After eating more than my share of Cafe Rio meals, I came up with this oven or slow cooker recipeback in 2011. Rub the dry seasoning all over the pork roast. Get free recipes sent straight to your inbox! When you try this recipe, please tell me how you like it. [Note to judges: this was recipe 1 for all of you that picked the first sweet pork sample as the winner]. Wedge the bundle next to an end of the pork. Wow Bonnie, how lucky are you! Its red chile enchilada sauce with roasted tomato and garlic. Oh, I already know I am going to love this week over here!! Yes, I have a slow cooker or oven version of this recipe as well! Place shredded pork back in crock pot. Thanks! Weve perfected the Cafe Rio Sweet Pork Copycat Recipe! Whether its from scratch or not, its a recipe. Do you live around a Kroger? It might be overcooked a little. We also used coke, the red enchilada sauce that we made, onions and carrots, sugar and butter. Shred pork with two forks, and remove any fat. I recommend using a large, marbled boneless pork roast like pork shoulder, pork butt or pork carnitas. Required fields are marked *. I was definitely skeptical about adding that much sugar but it came out about perfect. Cook for 30-60 more minutes. boneless pork (carnitas, shoulder etc) 12 oz Coke (1 can) 1/4 cup brown sugar 10 oz. Si. Everyone says it tastes just like Cafe Rio. enchilada sauce can Use it to top a salad, a burrito, or a taco. How to make copycat Cafe Rio Sweet Pork? So delicious! Don't forget to add toppings to that as well (chopped onion, lime wedges, chopped lettuce, avocado, black beans, etc. Or would you stick to the original recipe you posted of the crockpot version? I am so excited to use it for years to come. I dont think garlic powder would give the same flavor but you could roast a bulb of garlic and add 2-3 minced cloves into the sauce and that would be closer. Apply nonstick cooking spray to the inside of the slow cooker. It does add more flavor to the meat, but it will still turn out great. Also, just received your cookbook and cant wait to flip through it at lunch! Shred pork with two forks, and remove any fat. Thank you!! We are still working on it too. We have made it for several years now and it surely is a treat! Required fields are marked *. This Cafe Rio Sweet Pork Copycat recipe does much better in the oven as it really brings out the flavor, but a slow cooker will work just fine. -Only use pork butt or shoulder. After I cooked up both recipes, I put a taste of each on small plates for our judges. The link for my homemade sauce is on this post under the last paragraph "Tips and Secrets for Perfect Cafe Rio Sweet Pork". Thanks for asking! Then place the pork in the slow cooker and turn it on high and let the meat cook for 4 hour. Please see disclosure policy here. Si. Pour 1/3 cup of the juices back onto the pork and toss to combine well. When cool enough, pull any remaining visible fat off of meat and set aside. I am doubling the recipe. Our favorite way to enjoy it is on top of a salad. Walmart. Can this be made ahead of time and frozen? Hi Tamara, I usually just simmer the pork in a pan with cut up yellow onions, serrano peppers and chopped carrots, then remove the peppers and carrots after cooking and do not use the peppers and carrots in the sauce. I ordered my groceries online (including the pork roast) and when I got home from picking them up, I found a 20 pound roast! Si. Make a smooth paste by blending. I bought a 9lb pork shoulder. Ours are now by the Mexican aisle and the italian tomato sauces. This pork look so saucy and delicious! Thank you! I am Lucky in love to a supportive husband, blessed to raise 3 kids (all moved away now! Hi Truann, the homemade spice mix is the amount you need for the recipe, so you should use all of it. Making this recipe in the Instant Pot is so easy and delicious! One caution, not all cuts of pork work well in this recipe! Is there anyway that you could still leave the old recipe up too? Place the pork loin in a crock pot and turn on to high heat. Spray inside of a large crock pot with cooking spray. Is it a powder or liquid and where have you found it? Who says eating healthier means you have to give up everything?! I make my IP pork similar to yours but pour 1/2 liter of Dr pepper around pork chunks in IP and cook under manual pressure for 60 min unless very large portion in 8 qt I would cook for 75 min. xo Here is the link to the cilantro-tomatillo dressing, but there are also links to my guacamole, black beans, rice and pico. This updated recipe allows cooking of the sweet pork in a fraction of the original 5-12 hour time. Give them a try and let me know what YOU think! Once it finishes and steam is released I drain liquid, shred with two forks, then add the enchilada sauce mixture and just incorporate together until hot. It was AMAZING! This recipe is the most spot on i have ever found. Hoping it turns out! Hi Judene! Hi Ginger, thats so sweet of you to help out your sister! Is the additional 2 hours of cooking (step 4) necessary after the meat has already cooked 8 hours? It takes about 5 minutes to make.-As stated in the post, I did not marinate the pork in the sauce before cooking. Wow!!!! Thank you for sharing!! This post may contain affiliate links. xo And Im excited to try this new recipe. Add coke and brown sugar and seal bag. Mix the Sauce packet, brown sugar and pop and bring to a simmer over medium high heat until thickened a little. That is how yummy it is! Heather, Goodness. Add the pork to a gallon-sized ziplock bag and add cup brown sugar and 2 cups Coca-Cola. Try this Creamy Cilantro Dressing to pour over the top. How can i SUBSTITUTE the pork for chicken? xo Check us out on Instagram and be sure to tag us @ohsweetbasil #ohsweetbasil for a chance to be featured! Shred as normal, preparing the sauce separate and toss to combine. Thanks for sharing, Krista! Thanks for all the work you put in to figure this out for the instant pot! He just loves it. XO Blend until smooth. And thank you! If it was bigger than 3-4 pounds it just needed more like 8-12 hours. That is so exciting! I have made this recipe several times (we love it) and suddenly I cant find the Old El Paso sauce at the grocery store weve always gotten it at. It goes perfectly in burritos, tacos, salads and so much more. My neighborhood would go crazy without one. Im so looking forward to making this for my family! I made this 2 weeks ago and my 9 year old who loves Cafe rio said it was way better then the restaurant!!! Pour enchilada sauce mixture over the shredded pork. Sweet pork is my favorite meat at Cafe Rio. I made this last night for my family and we had missionaries over and everybody loved it- the leftovers are amazing too! This recipe will serve 8-10 people. How would the cook time change for this? I made it in the crock pot on high with a 5 lb pork shoulder. It was to die for. Hi Brenda, I would use about 8-10 pounds of meat. Im not sure it would be that good. What was the other recipe that called for the elusive sauce packet? I am likely the only person in the world that couldnt get this to work for me. I did 30 pounds of pork and it went so smoothly and quickly! I made this yesterday and it was delicious and so much better than having to remember to thaw the pork a day in advance and then put it in the crock pot first thing in the morning. They crave Cafe Rio! Thanks for posting the recipe. Just halved all ingredients for the sauce after it cooked. I believe homemade is best, but it's very difficult to taste the difference between homemade and canned when the brown sugar and green chiles are added! Its a fun series of futuristic fairy tale stories with a twist thanks for reading ABK, Add the full can of coke, brown sugar and green salsa. This Cafe Rio Sweet Pork recipe is full of delicious sweet flavor. Remove the peppers and carrots after cooking. Si, Hi there! Cafe Rio Sweet Shredded Pork for Burritos 4.93 from 13 votes Prep: 5 mins Cook: 8 hrs Total: 8 hrs 5 mins Servings: 10 This sweet shredded pork tastes even BETTER than Cafe Rio, I promise! Im so excited to make this. So the recipe as is feeds 6-8 people. Has anyone tried it? Take the pork out of the crock pot once it's finished cooking and place it on a cutting board. I made it exactly per the directions. Lettuce I do have one question though, how much taco sauce do you use? I researched a lot of different recipes on the internet and Im glad I went with yours turns out its the best thanks again. I need guidance. Sprinkle the garlic salt and salt and pepper over the meat and cook on high for 6 hours. 10/10! Yes, you can freeze the pork and sauce easily in gallon ziplock bags, remove from freezer in the morning, let thaw several hours and then heat on the stovetop or in a slow oven (300-325*) with foil wrapped over the pan. Oops! Can I make this is in the crockpot or oven. I m making it again today. thanks for reading ABK Continue to heat up until thickened. Maybe closer to 35lbs if you are feeding hungry lacrosse players! My family loves it! Throw out fluids. Your email address will not be published. Full of delicious sweet flavor, this copycat Cafe Rio Sweet Pork recipe goes perfectly in salads, tacos, burritos and more. It is removed after cooking and can be made with either fresh or dried herbs, root veggies etc. Turn the setting to Manual or High Pressure and set the timer for 50 minutes. xo Place the seasoned pork roast into the slow cooker. Mix the remaining 8 ounces of Coca-Cola, green chilies, enchilada sauce, and brown sugar in a blender or food processor. Thank you, Si! How long would it need to be in the oven for a 7lb pork roast? When prepared correctly, it practically melts in your mouth. Hope that helps! I saw someone else comment that they use half a liter of Dr Pepper but I wasnt sure if they meant in the instant pot instead of water or what. I love using the IP to speed up what used to take hours to cook in a slow cooker or oven. Blend until smooth. How many will this serve. 3 lbs. Id love your suggestions. xo I just asked about the spice mix being the right amount for the recipe or if it makes more. Im liking this idea! We dont have Caf Rio where I am, so I have nothing to compare to, but it sounds like a great combo. Calista This amount of sauce will work fine for 4.5 lbs. Hi Mindy! Thanks for ALL of your great Cafe Rio copycat recipes, Si! Heat just until sauce boils and the meat is heated through, then turn the setting to keep warm mode. Hi Kate, it should be the same cooking time even with the bone in. How would it taste to make this completely through, and then freeze it? Si. Any other tips are appreciated! OR you can place the shredded pork, and the remaining ingredients in a large pot on the stove top and heat it until its all warmed through. Add apple cider vinegar and chicken broth. Hi, which instant pot did you use for this recipe? Las Palmas brand used at Cafe Rio. While we dont have the actual recipe, we literally cannot taste a difference. Be sure and follow me over on You Tube for weekly cooking demos, Your email address will not be published. Si. xo, We've perfected the Cafe Rio Sweet Pork Copycat Recipe! I so look forward to trying some of your recipes. Mix until well combined. Im considering this for dinner but theres not enough time to thaw it today. Let it marinate in the fridge for at least 1 hour, up to overnight. Hi Megan, thank you for pointing that out, the cook time should be about and hour and a half. Blend for 20 seconds. It is safer not to risk a reaction. . In a small bowl, mix about a can and a half of coke and about 1/4 cup of the brown sugar. That is an awesome idea! Im actually so excited about this that Im going to make it as a crockpot freezer meal for my freezer exchange group, too! . Discard any large pieces of fat and then shred. How To Make Our Cafe Rio Sweet Pork Recipe: When you are ready to prepare the sweet pork for this Cafe Rio copycat recipe, get out your slow cooker and fill it half of the way with water. Im missing the step where you add the Coke. Pour enchilada sauce mixture over the shredded pork. xo Si, My butcher wouldnt cut the bone out of the shoulder for me, should I put it in the insta pot with the bone and pull the bone off after or cut it off the bone before, Step 7 needs to be fixed to say naturally not manually., KK, THANK YOU for pointing that out! Thanks again! For this recipe, count on 2 hours minimum for preparing, pressurizing and then natural release of pressure and removing any fat still attached to meat. Discard the juices in the slow cooker and then add the shredded pork back in along with the sweet sauce and mix together. We have tried a few Cafe Rio Pork recipes because we love it and live in a state where there is, sadly, no Cafe Rio. How many pounds of meat do you recommend, and should I alter the cooking time? If you would like to thicken the sauce a bit, whisk one tablespoon of cornstarch into a cup of the liquid removed from pan after the meat was cooked and add back to the Instant Pot with meat and enchilada sauce. So I didnt cook it too long when that happened I actually need to cook it longer and it will get more tender? This looks so good! First its so easy, and second its delicious! Hello! Ohhh, Ill have to check it out! Becky, Add your pork to a large zip-top bag, bowl with a lid, or other container with one cup of coke, and 1/4 cup of brown sugar. ), but occasionally Ill get the quesadilla because its gooey. This unique cookbook guides the way through every step, including meal lists and easy-to-follow recipes, and features dollops of heartwarming family stories. Cafe Rio Sweet Pork Sweet and succulent pork, perfect for your go-to Mexican dish. If the chicken is frozen cook for 13 minutes and then check it should be easy to shred. Toss pork into your favorite salads and tacos! In a blender or food processor, blend the remaining 8 ounces Coca-Cola, diced green chilies, enchilada sauce and brown sugar. For this reason, when cooking in the IP, I often make the finished sauce after the main dish has been cooked. When using an IP, it is extremely important when cooking meat to allow the meat to naturally release the pressure in the pot. After reading the comments, I figured out that you changed the recipe. I love the copycat cafe rio recipes. It was absolutely phenomenal!!! -I made it the night before so it could sit in the sauce overnight. If you've ever been to Utah you've probably had Cafe Rio, specifically Cafe Rio Sweet Pork. Do you mean a 12 oz can or a 16.9 oz bottle? Pull apart pork with two forks and discard the fat. The best imitation of the caf rio pork recipe Ive tried! IM planning on tripling it for a birthday PARTy. Notes Freezing: this cooked pork freezes amazing well. That extra 1 to 2 hours after shredding the pork and pouring in the remaining ingredients is just meant to heat it all up together. You can now make Cafe Rio Sweet Pork at home! If there is excess liquid drain some off. Thanks for this amazing recipe! that all work together. Im fairly certain the carbonation is what breaks down the meat and tenderizes, but the sugar adds sweetness. I make everything ahead and then we simply chop up lettuce and tomatoes and grill fresh tortillas for a homemade Cafe Rio style feast! So I moved to Texas a little over a year ago and to my despair there isnt a Cafe Rio for 500 miles. Im so glad youre trying this recipe, I know youll love it! I was wondering if you could make an Instant Pot variation on this recipe! Hi Megan, You can also use the meat in tacos, enchiladas or burritos. Its so yummy! EVER. I do not live near any Kroger stores. Finally got around to making this in the crockpot yesterday. Cheese This copycat Cafe Rio Sweet Pork Recipe is one of the most popular recipes on our website. Hi Jill, Cook the Pork Drain marinade. Join our family as we cook, bake, and enjoy time together in the kitchen. Thanks! The pork cooks for a long time in the slow cooker which makes the meat tender and easy to shred. Will the carrots get tender on just the warm setting? This will definitely be a staple meal in out home! The meat cooks for a long time in the crock pot in its own juices which allows it to absorb a lot of flavor. Frontera Red Chile with roasted tomato and garlic Enchilada Sauce. We especially like it in quesidillas. When purchasing the shoulder cut pork, I ask my grocery butcher to trim it off, along with the thick piece of fat that accompanies it. Soooo good. Some say Dr. Pepper. Doing a slow roast on the pork with a spice mixture, those root veggies and preparing the sauce separate makes for an identical result. Does anyone have a suggestion for recreating the Old El Paso sauce. Allowing the pressure to naturally release results in a moist and tender finished product, similar to slow cooking the meat for 8-10 hours!
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