Theres something magical about this versatile cut.

In other words, you might totally dust off yourslow cooker.

Ready to experiment with pork shoulder?

Ginger-coconut pork on a plate

Photo:Victor Protasio

However, its best to get the pork shoulder andkabocha squasha day or two in advance.

If you want even more flavor, garnish with scallions and Fresno chile slices.

The meat is flavored with plenty of ketchup andred wine vinegar, which makes it ideal for a barbecue.

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CHRISTOPHER TESTANI

Serve the tender meat over white rice and sprinkle it with scallions for an extra flavorful touch.

Slow-Cooker Open-Face Pulled-Pork Sandwiches With Tangy Broccoli Slaw

Pork shoulder is often used to make pulled pork.

Pile the pork on thick, toasted sandwich bread for maximum enjoyment.

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Fred Hardy

Easy Coca-Cola Carnitas

Carnitas is a Mexican pork dish that has been braised or simmered.

This cozy soup also includes baby spinach, bite-size ditalini, and a rich tomato broth.

Top each bowl off with some freshly grated Parmesan cheese before serving to tie everything together.

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Victor Protasio

Your slow cooker cooks the meat, which is flavored with orange zest, orange juice, and stock.

This gives you plenty of time to get all of the other sandwich components together.

Serve each sandwich with an ice-cold beer and a side of baked chips for a fast and delicious dinner.

Citrus Recipes: Cuban Pork Tacos With Orange Slaw

Caitlin Bensel

The coleslaw served alongside provides the perfect crisp and creamy balance, while the sandwich rolls hold everything together.

Crockpot Pulled-Pork Tacos

Put your Crockpot to work and whip up these pulled-pork tacos.

Top each one with cilantro, sour cream, and extra salsa, and youre good to go.

Tomato-Braised Pork

Alison Miksch

To complete the meal, serve the pork with a side of roasted potatoes.

Pork Ragu

Jennifer Perillo

Pork shoulder is the backbone of this comforting, satiating pork ragu.

Use this ragu to top cooked pasta, and garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese for an umami boost.

Slow Cooker Pork with Peppers and Olives

Greg DuPree

Serve this cozy main dish with mashed potatoes and roasted vegetables for a complete meal.

For the tastiest hash we recommend cooking all of the ingredientspotatoes, pork shoulder, and vegetablesseparately.

Once the meat is done cooking, go ahead and carve or shred it and serve.

Slow-Cooker Sweet and Spicy Asian Pork Shoulder

Jonny Valiant

You wont be disappointed!

Slow-Cooker Open-Face Pulled-Pork Sandwiches With Tangy Broccoli Slaw

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Coca-Cola Carnitas

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Ditalini and Stewed Pork Soup

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Slow-Cooker Cuban Sandwiches

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Slow-Cooker Barbecue Pork Sandwiches With Crunchy Coleslaw

Romulo Yanes

Slow-Cooker Pulled-Pork Tacos

Kan Kanbayashi

Sharing a Thai-inspired roast pork shoulder feast with a crowd.

Pork Shoulder Chops with Pickled Peppers

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Oven-Roasted Jamaican Jerk Pork Shoulder

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Braised Stuffed Pork Shoulder

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Crispy Pork Shoulder Hash With Asparagus and Serrano

Garlicky Pork Shoulder Roast Recipe

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