Instant Pot Kalua Pork
Instant Pot Kalua Pork is a mouthwatering Hawaiian dish that delivers tender, juicy pork infused with rich smoky flavors. This easy-to-follow recipe transforms your kitchen into a tropical paradise, making it perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner. Serve it with rice, in tacos, or atop salads for a deliciously versatile meal that will leave everyone craving seconds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4–5 lbs boneless pork shoulder
- 2 tbsp kosher salt
- 1 tbsp liquid smoke
- 1.5 cups water
Instructions
- Generously season the boneless pork shoulder with kosher salt, massaging it into the meat.
- Drizzle the liquid smoke evenly over the seasoned pork.
- Set the Instant Pot to sauté mode and add half a cup of water. Sear the pork on all sides for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Add the remaining water to the pot, secure the lid, and cook on high pressure for 60 minutes followed by natural pressure release.
- Once cooked, remove the pork and shred it using two forks.
- Serve immediately with rice or in tacos, drizzled with cooking juices.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup shredded pork (approx. 140g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 940mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, consider adding pineapple juice or experimenting with different spices. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days.