Written By

Renee Dalton

Date

May 25, 2023

Category

Copycat Cafe Rio Sweet Pork

Copycat Cafe Rio Sweet Pork Recipe: A Flavorful and Easy Dish to Try

This Copycat Cafe Rio Sweet Pork recipe is incredibly versatile. You can adjust the sweetness or spiciness according to your taste preferences by adding more or less brown sugar and spices. Feel free to experiment with different barbecue sauces to find the flavor that you love the most.

Not only is this recipe easy to make, but it also yields a large batch, making it perfect for meal-prepping or feeding a crowd. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or frozen for future use.

So, if you’re looking to add some excitement to your dinner routine, give this copycat Cafe Rio sweet pork recipe a try. It’s a delicious and hassle-free dish that will surely please your taste buds and impress your loved ones. Enjoy!

 

 

Here is what you need to make Copycat Cafe Rio Sweet Pork:

 

Ingredients:

  • 5 pounds pork shoulder roast
  • 2 1/2 cups tomato sauce
  • 2 cups Dr. Pepper
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons molasses
  • 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon cumin

 

Instructions:

In a crock pot add the tomato sauce, Dr. Pepper, garlic, molasses, brown sugar, salt, pepper, and cumin. Mix to combine.

Cut pork roast up into at least four pieces and set in sauce. Cook on low all day. (8 hours).

Take the pork out of the sauce and shred all the pieces. Place it back in the sauce and let it cook till you are ready to serve it.

This is great for tacos, salads, or a burrito.

 

You will need a large crock pot.
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Copycat Cafe Rio Sweet Pork

Renee Dalton
If you're looking for a new recipe to spice up your dinner routine, this copycat Cafe Rio sweet pork recipe is definitely worth trying. It's a flavorful and easy dish that's perfect for a busy weeknight or a casual weekend dinner. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that's sure to impress your family and friends.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 hours
Total Time 10 hours 15 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 20
Calories 395 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 5 pounds pork shoulder roast
  • 2 ½ cups tomato sauce
  • 2 cups Dr. Pepper
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • 2 tbsp molasses
  • 1 ½ cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp cumin

Instructions
 

  • In a crock pot add the tomato sauce, Dr. Pepper, garlic, molasses, brown sugar, salt, pepper, and cumin. Mix to combine.
  • Cut pork roast up into at least four pieces and set in sauce. Cook on low all day. (8 hours).
  • Take the pork out of the sauce and shred all the pieces. Place it back in the sauce and let it cook till you are ready to serve.
  • This is great for tacos, salads, or a burrito.

Renee Dalton

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