Description
This slow cooker pulled pork features irresistible flavors and simple preparation. With only six ingredients, it’s perfect for quick dinners or gatherings, ensuring a mouthwatering meal with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4½ pounds pork shoulder
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, chopped
- 1 orange, juiced
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine paprika, oregano, salt, pepper, and cumin to create the spice rub.
- Rub the spice mixture generously over the pork shoulder.
- Place the pork in the slow cooker and add the diced onion, chopped garlic, and orange juice on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours until the pork is tender and easy to shred with two forks. Shred the pork and return it to the juices in the slow cooker.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the seasoning to taste or add your favorite spices.
This pulled pork is ideal for sandwiches, tacos, or served over rice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 130mg