Slow Cooker Kalua Pork
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
10 hrs
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Total Time
10 hrs 5 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
1 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Slow Cooker Kalua Pork
Description
Slow Cooker Kalua Pork uses a pork shoulder or a similar cut as the base, seasoned evenly with liquid smoke to simulate the smoky flavor of traditional cooking methods and Himalayan pink salt for seasoning. The roast is placed in a lightly greased slow cooker and cooked on a low setting between 8 to 12 hours, depending on size, until the pork is tender enough to shred.
The slow cooking process breaks down connective tissues in the pork, resulting in moist, tender meat with infused smoky saltiness from the seasonings. No additional liquid is added, relying on the pork’s own fat and the slow cooker’s environment to keep it moist.
This shredded pork can be served plain as a main dish or incorporated into meals such as rice bowls, tacos, or salads, providing a flavorful protein option. Its simplicity makes it adaptable to many culinary contexts without complex preparation.
Doubling the liquid smoke and salt is recommended when using a larger roast to maintain balanced seasoning. Leftover pork stores well in an airtight container refrigerated for up to a week, offering convenient leftovers or quick meal components.
Ingredients
- 1 pound pork shoulder or similar roast, size can vary a bit too, roast
- 1 tablespoon liquid smoke (you can find this in almost any grocery store)
- 1 tablespoon salt sold in most grocery stores, Himalayan pink
Instructions
- Lightly grease your slow cooker with nonstick spray. Pierce the roast all over with a fork. Place in slow cooker.
- Pour liquid smoke evenly over the roast, then sprinkle with the salt.
- Cover and cook on low for 8-12 hours. (For a larger roast you'll need closer to the 12 hours)
- Uncover, pull pork apart with 2 forks. Serve alone or you can serve it over rice, in tacos, salads, and more!
Notes
- Doubling the liquid smoke and salt is advised when preparing larger pork roasts.
- Store leftover shredded pork in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week for easy meals.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 1kcal | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 876mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 1mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 1mg | 0% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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