Mediterranean Diet Friendly Crockpot Coconut Pulled Pork

Total time8 hr 15 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time8 hr

Mediterranean Diet Friendly Crockpot Coconut Pulled Pork

This slow-cooked pulled pork leans on a fragrant blend of turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, thyme, and oregano to build deep flavor before the meat ever hits the slow cooker, and a hard sear locks in that spiced crust. Onion and smashed garlic mellow and sweeten over the long, low cook, while a broth-based braising liquid brightened with apple cider vinegar and a touch of honey keeps everything juicy without relying on heavy sauces. Eight hours on low breaks the pork down until it shreds effortlessly with two forks, soaking up all those savory, herb-forward juices right in the pot. A scatter of fresh parsley at the end adds a clean, herbaceous lift that ties the whole dish together. It's a satisfying, protein-rich main built from whole, simple ingredients, which makes it a solid choice for anyone following a Mediterranean-style way of eating. Serve it over grains, tucked into flatbread, or alongside a big veggie-forward salad for an easy, flavor-packed meal.

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Ingredients

6 servings

3 lb boneless pork shoulder (boston butt), trimmed of excess fat
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Chef's tip
Use the same weight of boneless chicken thighs and cut them as directed. For thin slices, skewers, stir-fries, or frying, cook to 165°F (74°C). For covered braises, cook about 45 minutes; for a slow cooker, use 3 to 4 hours on low.
1 ½ tsp fine sea salt
1 tsp ground turmeric
1 tsp ground ginger
½ 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
Chef's tip
Soy sauce is saltier and less sweet; start with less and adjust.
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 2–3 minutes, until deeply browned on all sides, about 10–12 minutes total. Transfer the pork to the slow cooker insert.

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