Macadamia Free Crockpot Coconut Pulled Pork
Slow-cooked pulled pork doesn't get much more satisfying than this ā a deeply spiced, fall-apart tender shoulder that practically shreds itself after a long, low simmer in the crockpot. The rub of turmeric, ginger, Ceylon cinnamon, thyme, and oregano builds serious flavor before the meat even hits the heat, and searing it first in coconut oil locks in a gorgeous crust that carries through every bite. Coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, and honey create a braising liquid that's tangy, subtly sweet, and rich without relying on anything that could trigger a tree nut concern ā no sneaky nut-based sauces or thickeners anywhere in sight. Bone broth keeps the whole thing luscious and deeply savory as the collagen slowly breaks down over eight hours. When you pull the lid off, you're left with juicy, shreddable pork that's been bathing in its own spiced juices ā just skim, shred, stir, and serve. A handful of fresh flat-leaf parsley on top adds a bright finish that cuts through the richness beautifully. Pile it over rice, stuff it into lettuce wraps, or eat it straight from the slow cooker ā no judgment here.
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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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