Slow Cooker Kalua Pig (Hawaiian-style pulled pork)
Slow Cooker Kalua Pig (Hawaiian-style pulled pork) is a delectable dish that captures the essence of Hawaiian cuisine. With tender, smoky pork shoulder seasoned with Hawaiian sea salt and infused with rich flavors, this recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Simply slow-cooked until fork-tender, you can serve it over rice or in tacos topped with fresh pineapple salsa for a delightful culinary experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 hours
- Total Time: 10 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 lbs pork shoulder
- 2 tsp Hawaiian sea salt
- 1 tsp liquid smoke
- 2 banana leaves (optional) or aluminum foil
Instructions
- Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder, leaving some for flavor. Rub Hawaiian sea salt all over the meat.
- Drizzle liquid smoke evenly over the salted pork.
- Wrap the seasoned pork tightly in banana leaves or aluminum foil.
- Place the wrapped pork in a slow cooker on low heat for 10-12 hours.
- Once cooked and fork-tender, carefully unwrap and shred the meat using two forks.
- Serve warm with rice or in tacos topped with pineapple salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider searing the pork before wrapping it. - Substitute pineapple juice for a hint of sweetness if desired. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to four days.