Slow Cooking Tips
Tips for using a slow cooker.
Fresh pork
Always use fresh pork or thaw pork completely before putting it in the slow cooker.
Filling levels
Always fill the slow cooker to at least half way but less than two thirds full.
Layer Order
Root vegetables usually cook slower than diced pork so layer them in first and around the sides, then add the diced pork and pour over liquid. Quick cooking greens such as spinach and broccoli should be added just before serving.
Lid
Keep the lid in place and only remove to stir or check for doneness.
Settings
Pork cooks faster on high but for less tender cuts such as shoulder chops, use the low setting.
Safety
The slow cooker is generally set between 170ºC-280ºC. The direct heat, long cooking time and steam created combine to make slow cooking a safe process.
Power
It takes less power to use a Slow Cooker than the oven.