Nutmeg Free Coconut Aminos & Ginger Pulled Pork
Slow-cooked pork shoulder doesn't get much more satisfying than this — deeply savory, fall-apart tender, and layered with warm ginger, turmeric, and garlic in every single bite. The braising liquid is where the magic really happens: coconut aminos bring a rich, slightly sweet umami depth, while apple cider vinegar and honey balance everything out into something genuinely craveable. Searing the pork first builds a gorgeous crust that locks in flavor before the slow cooker does its long, low work over eight hours. Many spice blends and store-bought sauces sneak in warming spices you may be avoiding, but every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify. Fresh ginger and garlic do the heavy lifting on aromatics, so nothing feels flat or one-dimensional despite the short ingredient list. A final toss in the skimmed braising juices means every shred of pork is glossy and sauced before it even hits the plate. Finish with scallions and cilantro for a little brightness, and you've got a crowd-pleasing centerpiece that's as weeknight-friendly as it is impressive.
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6 servings
For the pork
- 3 lb bone-in pork shoulder (boston butt)
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
For the braising liquid
- ½ cup coconut aminos
- ½ cup bone broth (homemade or aip-compliant brand)
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
For serving
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Pat the pork shoulder completely dry with paper towels. In a small bowl, stir together the salt, 1 tsp turmeric, and ground ginger, then rub the mixture evenly over all surfaces of the pork.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the pork shoulder and sear, turning with tongs, for 3–4 minutes per side until deeply browned on all surfaces. Transfer the seared pork to a 6-quart slow cooker.
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