Kalua Pork Slow Cooker Method
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 hrs
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Total Time
10 hrs 10 mins
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Servings
10 servings
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Calories
732 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Kalua Pork Slow Cooker Method
Description
This recipe uses a 4 to 6-pound pork butt roast rubbed with salt and liquid smoke to infuse a smoky flavor reminiscent of traditional Hawaiian kalua pork. The meat is scored to allow the seasonings to penetrate and placed into a slow cooker where it cooks on low heat for 7 to 12 hours depending on your slow cooker’s efficiency. During cooking, turning the meat once helps even cooking.
When done, the pork becomes tender enough to shred easily with a fork, offering moist, flavorful meat with a smoky aroma from the liquid smoke without requiring an actual smokehouse. The slow cooking preserves juiciness while breaking down connective tissue.
Kalua pork is versatile and can be served over rice, in tacos, sandwiches, or as a hearty entrée. Its rich texture and flavor lend themselves well to various serving styles, making it a popular favorite for gatherings or everyday meals.
Ingredients
- 4-6 pound pork butt roast also called pork shoulder
- 2 teaspoons salt or sea salt, Hawaiian
- 1 tablespoon liquid smoke
Instructions
- Put meat in the slow cooker. Score meat and rub salt on the meat, then add the liquid smoke.
- Cook on low for about 10-12 hours (your slow cooker may only take 7-8 hours). Turn the meat once. The meat will easily fall apart when it is done. Shred with a fork
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 732 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1g | |
| Calories | 732kcal | 37% |
| Protein | 63g | 126% |
| Fat | 51g | 78% |
| Saturated Fat | 19g | 95% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 27g | 159% |
| Cholesterol | 234mg | 78% |
| Sodium | 608mg | 25% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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