Slow Cooker Korean BBQ Pork Tacos
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
4 hrs
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Total Time
4 hrs 15 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
464 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer
Slow Cooker Korean BBQ Pork Tacos
Description
Slow Cooker Korean BBQ Pork Tacos combine slowly cooked pork loin with a flavorful BBQ sauce made from hoisin, soy sauce, mustard, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. The pork is cooked until tender enough to shred easily and then mixed with the sauce to soak up those bold, sweet-savory Korean flavors. A creamy slaw, dressed with mayonnaise, mustard, sugar, and seasoning, adds a cool, crunchy topping that balances the warm, rich pork.
The slaw complements the soft tortillas and tender pork by adding crispness and a slight tang. Red onions and cilantro provide freshness and an herbal note. The slow cooker technique makes the pork juicy and requires minimal hands-on time, allowing the flavors to develop deeply.
These tacos are versatile and can be enjoyed as a casual meal or served as part of a larger spread. They can also be served over rice or on a salad if desired, increasing their adaptability in the kitchen. The assembled tacos combine textures and Asian-inspired seasonings for a satisfying dish.
Draining the excess liquid from the slow cooker ensures the pork remains saucy but not too wet. Whisking together the BBQ sauce ingredients separately before mixing with shredded pork ensures even coating. The slaw should be tossed just before serving for maximum crunch.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds pork loin boneless, quantified in pounds
- ½ red onion thinly sliced
- ¼ cup cilantro roughly chopped
- 8 tortilla taco-sized
BBQ Sauce
- ½ cup hoisin sauce (found in the Asian section of most grocery stores)
- 3 tablespoons mustard
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
Slaw
- 3-4 cups coleslaw (without dressing)
- 3 tablespoons mustard
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise I used light
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- salt pinch
- black pepper pinch
Instructions
- Place pork loin in slow cooker. Add one cup of water, then cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low to 6-7 hours. Drain slow cooker of excess liquid, then shred pork with two forks.
- Whisk together bbq sauce ingredients. Pour over shredded pork and stir to combine.
- In a medium bowl whisk together mayo, mustard, sugar, and salt and pepper for the slaw. Add cole slaw and toss to coat.
- Assemble tacos by filling tortillas with shredded pork, then top with slaw, red onions, and cilantro. Sprinkle with sesame seeds if desired and serve.
Notes
- This pork can be served in tacos or over rice or salad for a versatile meal.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 464 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 464kcal | 23% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 31g | 62% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 77mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 1292mg | 54% |
| Potassium | 637mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 100IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 14mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 84mg | 8% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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