Hangi in a Crock Pot

Experience the rich flavors of traditional Maori cuisine with a modern twist in this "Hangi in a Crock Pot" recipe—an easy, hassle-free way to recreate the essence of a hangi at home. Packed with tender chicken thighs, succulent pork shoulder, and an array of hearty vegetables like kumara, pumpkin, and cabbage, this dish is slow-cooked to perfection, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. A savory sauce made with soy, Worcestershire, and a touch of honey imparts a deliciously smoky, umami-rich depth reminiscent of an authentic hangi. With minimal prep and an 8-hour low-and-slow cook time, this comforting, one-pot meal is perfect for family dinners or sharing a slice of New Zealand's culinary heritage with friends. Just set it, forget it, and savor the taste of tradition, the easy way!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken thighs
• 500 grams Pork shoulder, cubed
• 2 large Kumara (sweet potato), peeled and cubed
• 2 medium Potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 cups Pumpkin, peeled and cubed
• 3 medium Carrots, peeled and chopped
• 1 small head Cabbage, cut into wedges
• 1 cup Water
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons Honey
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing all vegetables: peel and cube the kumara, potatoes, pumpkin, and chop the carrots. Cut the cabbage into wedges.

Step 2

Place a layer of cabbage wedges at the bottom of the crock pot to act as a base and prevent sticking.

Step 3

Layer the cubed kumara, potatoes, pumpkin, and carrots over the cabbage in an even spread.

Step 4

Add the chicken thighs and cubed pork shoulder on top of the vegetables.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the water, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, honey, salt, and pepper until combined.

Step 6

Pour the mixture evenly over the meat and vegetables in the crock pot.

Step 7

Cover the crock pot with its lid and set it to cook on low heat for 8 hours, or until the meat is tender and vegetables are cooked through.

Step 8

After cooking, carefully stir the contents to distribute the flavors evenly.

Step 9

Serve warm, directly from the crock pot, and enjoy your modern hangi-inspired meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	3520.6 grams (3520.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3675

Total Fat 168.20g	216%
Saturated Fat 54.50g	273%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 914mg	305%
Sodium 5757mg	250%
Total Carbohydrate 278.30g	101%
Dietary Fiber 39.40g	141%
Total Sugars 96.60g
Protein 275.90g	552%

Vitamin D 42IU	210%
Calcium 777mg	60%
Iron 25mg	141%
Potassium 9585mg	204%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.6%

Protein: 29.6%

Carbs: 29.8%