Servings
6
Prep Time
30 Minutes
Cook Time
4 Hours
Total Time
4 Hours 30 Minutes
Experience a delightful taste of the islands with this Hawaiian BBQ Pulled Pork Meal Prep recipe. This dish features tender, shredded pork infused with a sweet and tangy BBQ sauce, making it a versatile option for lunches or dinners throughout the week. Serve it over rice, as tacos, or in a sandwich for a flavorful meal that brings a tropical vibe to your table. The combination of pineapple juice, soy sauce, and spices creates a wonderful harmony of flavors that will make this dish a new favorite.
Ingredients
- 3 lbs pork shoulder, trimmed of excess fat and cut into chunks
- 1 cup pineapple juice
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/3 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 2 tbsp water
- sliced green onions, for garnish
Instructions
- Place the pork shoulder chunks in a slow cooker.
- In a bowl, mix together the pineapple juice, ketchup, brown sugar, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic, and ginger until well combined.
- Pour the sauce over the pork in the slow cooker and ensure all pieces are coated.
- Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or on high for 4 hours, until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
- In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch and water to create a slurry.
- Pour the slurry into the cooking liquid in the slow cooker and stir to combine, allowing it to thicken slightly.
- Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and toss to coat in the thickened sauce evenly.
- Serve the Hawaiian BBQ pulled pork over rice, in tacos, or on a sandwich, garnished with sliced green onions if desired.
Keywords: Pulled Pork, BBQ, Comfort Food, Meal Prep, Hawaiian
Spice Rack: Salt, Pepper, Garlic, Ginger
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