Savory Lipton Onion Soup Pork Roast
This Savory Lipton Onion Soup Pork Roast is a flavor-packed dish that promises to impress your family and friends. Tender, juicy, and bursting with flavor, this pork roast is made ultra-moist through a magical combination of Lipton Onion Soup Mix and zesty ketchup. Perfect for those cozy family dinners, this dish practically falls apart at the touch of a fork and is guaranteed to become a household favorite—even among the pickiest of eaters. Serve it alongside fluffy rice cooked in the rich broth for a complete and satisfying meal that will have everyone coming back for seconds!
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Pork roast
3 lbs (boneless, or 2 large butterflied pork chops)
Lipton Onion Soup Mix
2 packages (dry mix)
Ketchup
2/3 cup (none)
Salt
1 teaspoon (none)
Cracked black pepper
1 teaspoon (none)
Garlic powder
1 teaspoon (none)
Chicken bouillon cubes
4 (none)
Instructions
1
Place the pork roast into a crock pot and cover with water or chicken stock. If using stock, do not add bouillon cubes.
2
Set the crock pot to low heat.
3
Sprinkle the Lipton Onion Soup Mix evenly over the pork roast.
4
In a separate bowl, mix the ketchup, salt, cracked black pepper, garlic powder, and chicken bouillon cubes until well combined.
5
Pour this mixture over the pork roast, ensuring that it is fully coated.
6
Give a gentle stir in the broth to mix the spices as much as possible.
7
Cover the crock pot with the lid and let it cook for at least 7-8 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
8
For a delightful side, cook white or brown rice in the flavorful broth from the crock pot instead of water for an extra savory touch.
9
Serve and enjoy this deliciously moist roast with your family!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Lipton Onion Soup Pork Roast?
It is a tender, flavor-packed pork roast made ultra-moist using Lipton Onion Soup Mix, ketchup, and slow-cooked in a crock pot.
What cut of meat is best for this recipe?
The recipe calls for a 3 lb boneless pork roast or 2 large butterflied pork chops.
How long does it take to cook the pork roast?
The pork roast should cook in a crock pot on low heat for at least 7-8 hours.
Can I use chicken stock instead of water?
Yes, you can use either water or chicken stock to cover the roast in the crock pot.
Should I add bouillon cubes if I use chicken stock?
No, if you are using chicken stock as your liquid base, you should omit the bouillon cubes.
How many packages of Lipton Onion Soup Mix are needed?
You will need 2 packages of dry Lipton Onion Soup Mix.
What role does ketchup play in this recipe?
Ketchup is used to make the roast ultra-moist and adds a zesty, savory flavor to the meat.
How do I know when the pork roast is done?
The roast is done when it is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
What is the recommended side dish for this roast?
It is recommended to serve the roast with white or brown rice cooked in the leftover flavorful broth.
How much ketchup is required?
The recipe requires 2/3 cup of ketchup.
What spices are added to the ketchup mixture?
The mixture includes salt, cracked black pepper, garlic powder, and chicken bouillon cubes.
How much garlic powder should I use?
Use 1 teaspoon of garlic powder for this recipe.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes approximately 4 servings.
Should the crock pot be set to high or low?
The recipe specifies setting the crock pot to low heat for the best results.
How many chicken bouillon cubes are used?
The recipe calls for 4 chicken bouillon cubes.
Is this recipe suitable for picky eaters?
Yes, it is described as a household favorite that is guaranteed to please even the pickiest eaters.
Can I use butterflied pork chops instead of a whole roast?
Yes, 2 large butterflied pork chops can be used as an alternative to the 3 lb roast.
How do I apply the onion soup mix?
Sprinkle the dry onion soup mix evenly over the top of the pork roast once it is in the crock pot.
Do I need to stir the ingredients?
Yes, after pouring the mixture over the roast, give the broth a gentle stir to help mix the spices.
How much salt and pepper is needed?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of cracked black pepper.
Can I cook the rice in the crock pot broth?
Yes, cooking the rice in the flavorful broth instead of water adds an extra savory touch to the meal.
Is this recipe considered easy to make?
Yes, it is a simple slow-cooker recipe with only 7 main ingredients and minimal preparation.
What is the texture of the final dish?
The pork roast becomes very tender, juicy, and practically falls apart at the touch of a fork.
Do I need to brown the meat before putting it in the crock pot?
The instructions do not require browning; you place the raw roast directly into the crock pot.
Should the roast be covered with liquid?
Yes, you should place the roast in the pot and cover it with water or chicken stock.
Is this a good recipe for a family dinner?
Absolutely, it is specifically noted as being perfect for cozy family dinners and comfort food.
Can I use brown rice?
Yes, the recipe suggests either white or brown rice can be cooked in the savory broth.
How do I ensure the roast is fully coated?
Mix the ketchup and spices in a separate bowl first, then pour it over the roast to ensure full coating.
What kind of pepper should I use?
The recipe recommends using cracked black pepper.
What makes this roast particularly moist?
The combination of the slow cooking process and the mixture of Lipton Onion Soup Mix with ketchup creates a very moist result.