Seeds Free Coconut Aminos & Ginger Pulled Pork
Slow-cooked pork shoulder doesn't get much more satisfying than this — deeply savory, fall-apart tender, and glazed in a braising liquid that hits every note of sweet, tangy, and warmly spiced. The magic starts with a turmeric and ginger dry rub, a hard sear in coconut oil, and a slow cooker doing the heavy lifting for eight hours while your kitchen fills with an incredible aroma. Coconut aminos stand in for soy sauce here, delivering that rich umami depth without any of the seed-derived or legume-based ingredients that can sneak into conventional condiments. Apple cider vinegar and honey round out the braising liquid with brightness and a gentle sweetness, while fresh ginger and garlic keep everything lively and bold. After a long, low cook, the collagen breaks down completely and the pork shreds effortlessly into juicy, sauce-soaked strands that are just as good piled onto a lettuce wrap as they are eaten straight from the bowl. A scatter of scallions and fresh cilantro on top adds a pop of color and a clean, herby finish that ties the whole dish together beautifully.
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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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