Lactose Free Crockpot Coconut Pulled Pork
Slow-cooked pulled pork gets a seriously fragrant upgrade here, with a spice rub built from turmeric, ginger, Ceylon cinnamon, thyme, and oregano that perfumes the whole house as it cooks low and slow all day. Every drop of dairy is completely off the table ā coconut oil handles the searing, coconut aminos bring a savory depth in place of soy sauce, and bone broth keeps the braising liquid rich without a trace of butter or cream. A splash of apple cider vinegar and a touch of honey round out the sauce with just the right balance of tang and sweetness. Searing the pork shoulder first in that hot coconut oil builds a deep, caramelized crust that pays off big once the meat hits the slow cooker and starts breaking down into tender, shreddable strands. After eight hours on low, the collagen fully melts into the juices, and the pork practically falls apart at the touch of a fork. Stirring the shredded meat back into the skimmed cooking liquid means every bite is glossy, juicy, and packed with flavor. Finish with a handful of fresh parsley and you've got a crowd-pleasing centerpiece that nobody would ever guess was built around a dairy-free pantry.
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6 servings
- 3 lb boneless pork shoulder (boston butt), trimmed of excess fat
- 1 Ā½ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- Ā½ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, roughly chopped
- 6 cloves garlic, smashed
- 1 cup bone broth (homemade or aip-compliant brand)
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp honey
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, combine the salt, turmeric, ginger, Ceylon cinnamon, thyme, and oregano. Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels, then rub the spice mixture evenly over all surfaces.
- 2
Heat the coconut oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the pork shoulder and sear, turning every 2ā3 minutes, until deeply browned on all sides, about 10ā12 minutes total. Transfer the pork to the slow cooker insert.
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