Oats Free Citrus & Herb Pulled Pork

Pulled pork is one of those dishes that feels like a project, but the reward is absolutely worth it — and this citrus-braised version delivers something genuinely special. A bold spice rub of turmeric, ginger, Ceylon cinnamon, oregano, and thyme gets pressed into every crevice of a bone-in pork shoulder before it's seared hard in coconut oil, building a crust that locks in serious flavor. The braising liquid is where things get bright and complex: fresh orange and lime juice, bone broth, coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of honey create a fragrant, tangy bath that slowly transforms the pork into something fall-apart tender over three hours in the oven. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from oats and oat derivatives, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress — just clean, whole-food cooking from start to finish. The finishing move is the real secret: shredded pork spread on a baking sheet, basted with the reserved braising liquid, and run under a high broiler until the edges caramelize and crisp. You get that irresistible contrast of juicy interior and slightly charred, sticky bits that makes every forkful addictive. Pile it high with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime, and this is the kind of meal that disappears fast.

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