Description
A delicious and tropical dish featuring pulled pork glazed with pineapple, perfect for a slow cooker meal.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork shoulder, trimmed and cut into large chunks
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 1/2 cup tamari sauce
- 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
- 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional)
- 1/4 cup sliced green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Begin by seasoning the pork shoulder pieces with sea salt and black pepper evenly on all sides.
- Heat coconut oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pork chunks and sear them until they develop a golden-brown crust, approximately 3-4 minutes per side. Once browned, place the pork into the slow cooker.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the pineapple juice, diced pineapple, tamari sauce, dark brown sugar, chopped garlic, grated ginger, and crushed red pepper (if desired). Stir well to create a flavorful sauce.
- Pour the sauce mixture over the seared pork in the slow cooker, ensuring the meat is well-coated.
- Set the slow cooker to low and let it cook for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until the pork is fork-tender and easily shredded.
- After cooking, use two forks to shred the pork directly in the slow cooker, mixing it thoroughly with the sauce for maximum flavor.
- Serve the tropical pulled pork over a bed of fluffy rice or in soft tortillas, topped with sliced green onions for a fresh finish.
Notes
- For an extra layer of heat, toss in sliced jalapeños with the other ingredients in the slow cooker.
- Swap out the pork shoulder for chicken thighs for a lighter dish, adjusting the cooking time to 4-6 hours on low or 2-3 hours on high.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Protein: 28g