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 mins
Cook Time 10 hours hrs
Total Time 10 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine American, Mexican
Servings 20
Calories 395 kcal
- 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
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.