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Slow Cooker Low-Sodium Pulled Pork
Fork-tender pulled pork with a low-sodium spice rub and no-salt-added tomatoes. Set it in the morning and serve tacos or sandwiches for family dinner.
Prep 15 min
Cook 8h
Total 8h 15m
Serves 8
Ingredients
Step 1 — Rub the pork
- 3 lb pork shoulder (trimmed)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp cayenne (optional)
Step 2 — Slow cook
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes (no salt added)
- 1 onion (sliced)
- 2 garlic cloves (smashed)
Step 3 — Serve
- Brioche buns or corn tortillas
- Coleslaw
- Lime wedges
Instructions
- 1
Rub the pork
Mix rub ingredients and coat pork on all sides. Place onion and garlic in the slow cooker; set pork on top.
- 2
Slow cook
Pour broth and tomatoes around the pork. Cover and cook on LOW 8 hours (or HIGH 4–5 hours) until meat shreds easily with forks.
- 3
Shred and serve
Remove pork, shred, and toss with cooking juices. Skim fat if desired. Serve on buns or tortillas with coleslaw and lime.
Nutrition per serving: 290 cal · 34g protein · 8g carbs · 14g fat · 1g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
