Should pot roast be covered with liquid in slow cooker?

[ChocoJay]

Hey everyone, quick question - should my pot roast swim in liquid while it's in the slow cooker? Saw some recipes insisting on totally submerging the meat, while others suggest just a bit at the bottom is enough. Totally confused here. What's your take? Really hoping for some clarity from fellow slow cooker warriors.

 

[Chiyah_]

Yes, pot roast should be partially covered with liquid when cooking in a slow cooker. The liquid helps to keep the meat moist and tender during the long cooking process. But you don't want to completely submerge the roast in liquid, as it will essentially braise the meat rather than slow cooking

 

[Horton]

Hey everyone, quick question - should my pot roast swim in liquid while it's in the slow cooker? Saw some recipes insisting on totally submerging the meat, while others suggest just a bit at the bottom is enough. Totally confused here. What's your take? Really hoping for some clarity from fellow slow cooker warriors.

Yes, the liquid in the slow cooker should come halfway up the pot roast. This aids in maintaining the meat's tenderness and moisture during the slow cooking procedure. But don't immerse the meat all the way or it will braise instead of roast.

 

[MidnightWanderer88]

When it comes to cooking pot roast in a slow cooker, a little liquid goes a long way. You want to strike a balance between having enough liquid to keep the meat moist and tender, but not so much that it's swimming in it. Aim for about halfway up the roast, allowing it to slow cook to perfection without turning into a braise.

 

[Kenz]

Yes, pot roast should be partially covered with liquid in a slow cooker to ensure the meat stays moist and tender during the cooking process.