Slow Cooker Kalua Pork
Love traditional Hawaiian flavors but want to keep things simple? Slow Cooker Kalua Pork gives you back a bit of "island time" as the tender, smoky pork cooks away all day - low and slow! Serve it with rice, steamed veggies, or a juicy slice of pineapple.
Servings 6
Calories 340kcal
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
Ingredients
- 3 pound boneless pork shoulder
- 3 slices bacon
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons coarse sea salt
Instructions
- Add pork to slow cooker and season top and sides with paprika and salt, pressing it into the meat
- Carefully lay bacon slices over the top of pork
- Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours or low for 8-10 hours until pork reaches an internal temp of 205 ℉
- Remove bacon slices and discard
- Remove pork from slow cooker to a large bowl and shred to serve
- Pan drippings can be discarded, or save some to add later when reheating leftovers
Notes
- Store leftover pork in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze individual portions for up to 3 months. Reheat in the microwave or skillet and serve with rice, salads, tacos, and more!
- A 3-pound pork shoulder will typically produce 6-8 servings.
- If needed, trim off some of the excess fat before cooking, or you can just wait until it cooks to remove it before shredding.
- Pork should be cooked to at least 203-205 ℉ for ease of shredding and best results.
Nutrition
Calories: 340kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 53g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.05g | Cholesterol: 143mg | Sodium: 972mg | Potassium: 932mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 1153IU | Vitamin C: 0.02mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 3mg