Legume Free Crockpot Coconut Pulled Pork
Slow-cooked pulled pork doesn't get much more satisfying than this ā deeply savory, fall-apart tender, and perfumed with warm spices like turmeric, ginger, and Ceylon cinnamon. A quick sear in coconut oil before the pork ever hits the slow cooker builds a rich, caramelized crust that pays off big in the final flavor. From there, bone broth, apple cider vinegar, coconut aminos, and a touch of honey create a braising liquid that's complex without relying on any bean-based sauces or pastes ā a common hidden source of legumes in pulled pork recipes. After eight hours on low, the collagen breaks down completely and the meat shreds into silky, juice-soaked strands with almost no effort. Stirring the pork back into the skimmed cooking liquid means every bite is coated in that glossy, aromatic sauce. A scatter of fresh parsley at the end adds a bright, herby finish that cuts through the richness beautifully. This is the kind of hands-off, crowd-pleasing recipe that makes the slow cooker feel absolutely essential.
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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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