This 5-ingredient slow cooker vintage hominy pork is the kind of hearty, comforting dinner that feels like something straight out of an old church cookbook in the best way. Using canned yellow hominy keeps it budget-friendly and easy for a busy weeknight, while the slow cooker does the heavy lifting and turns simple pantry staples into a rich, satisfying meal with plenty of nostalgic flavor.
Serve this hominy pork with a crisp green salad, simple steamed green beans, or buttery cornbread to soak up the savory juices. If you want to stretch it even further, spoon it into bowls with a little hot sauce, or pair it with sliced avocado and a side of rice for an easy family-style supper.
5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Vintage Hominy Pork
Servings: 6
Ingredients
2 pounds boneless pork shoulder or pork stew meat
2 cans yellow hominy, drained
1 medium onion, sliced
1 cup salsa
1 packet taco seasoning
Directions
1. Lightly grease the slow cooker if desired, then add the drained yellow hominy in an even layer across the bottom.
2. Add the pork on top of the hominy, then scatter the sliced onion over the meat.
3. Sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over everything, then spoon the salsa across the top.
4. Cover and cook on low for 7 to 8 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours, until the pork is very tender and easy to shred.
5. Shred the pork right in the slow cooker, stir everything together well, and serve hot.
Variations & Tips
Make it spicier: Use a medium or hot salsa, or add a pinch of crushed red pepper if your family likes a little more heat. This is an easy way to wake up the flavor without adding extra prep.
Use a different cut: Pork shoulder gives the best tender, shreddable texture, but pork loin can work in a pinch if that is what you already have on hand. Just keep an eye on it so it does not dry out from overcooking.
Add a pantry stretch: If you need to make dinner go further, stir in a drained can of pinto beans near the end of cooking. It is a practical trick that makes this meal even more filling on busy nights.
Meal prep tip: This reheats well for lunch the next day, and the flavor gets even better after sitting overnight in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days and warm gently on the stove or in the microwave.
Serving idea: Spoon leftovers into tortillas, over rice, or next to scrambled eggs for a totally different meal. It is one of those low-effort slow cooker recipes that really earns its keep during a packed week.