Candida Diet Friendly Crockpot Oregano Pulled Pork
Slow-cooked pulled pork is the kind of meal that feels indulgent even when you're eating clean, and this version delivers serious depth of flavor without a single ingredient that would derail your progress. The spice rub — smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, and a touch of cayenne — builds a bold, smoky crust on the pork shoulder before it ever hits the heat. Instead of the sugary, vinegar-heavy barbecue sauces that are typically off the table, the braising liquid here relies on apple cider vinegar, chicken broth, and coconut aminos to keep things savory and tangy without feeding unwanted yeast. After eight hours on low, the pork shreds effortlessly and gets tossed back into those defatted juices so every bite stays moist and flavorful. It makes six generous servings, which means you can meal-prep a batch and have a reliable, satisfying protein ready to go all week long. Pile it over cauliflower rice, tuck it into lettuce wraps, or eat it straight from the bowl — no compromises required.
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6 servings
For the pork
- 3 lb boneless pork shoulder (pork butt), trimmed of excess fat
For the spice rub
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
For the braising liquid
- ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
Ingredient noteCoconut aminos is a common stand-in for soy sauce on a candida diet. It does carry a little sugar from coconut sap, but this recipe uses less than a teaspoon per serving, which is likely fine.
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and cayenne (if using). Stir until evenly mixed.
- 2
Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels, then rub the spice mixture all over the surface, pressing it in firmly so it adheres.
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