Low Carb BBQ Pulled Pork
Indulge in the smoky, tangy, and irresistibly tender flavors of Low Carb BBQ Pulled Pork, a perfect dish for health-conscious barbecue lovers. This slow cooker recipe features a 4-pound pork shoulder rubbed with a bold blend of smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, then seared to perfection for a caramelized crust. A sugar-free barbecue sauce made with apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, and erythritol sweetener provides all the rich, sweet, and smoky notes you love without the carbs. Cooked low and slow for ultimate tenderness, this keto-friendly pulled pork is ideal for serving in lettuce wraps, alongside a crunchy low-carb coleslaw, or piled high on your favorite alternative bread. With minimal prep and effortless cooking, this mouthwatering recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking a healthy twist on classic BBQ. Perfectly suited for meal prep or gatherings!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pounds Pork shoulder (or pork butt)
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 teaspoons Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 6 ounces Tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke
- 0.25 cup Erythritol sweetener
- 1 cup Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
Instructions
In a small bowl, mix together salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Rub the spice mixture generously all over the pork shoulder to coat it evenly.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the pork shoulder on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.
Transfer the seared pork to a slow cooker.
In a medium bowl, combine apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, erythritol sweetener, water, and red pepper flakes. Stir until well combined.
Pour the barbecue sauce mixture over the pork in the slow cooker, ensuring the pork is well-coated.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 8 hours until the pork is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred the meat using two forks.
Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and toss with the sauce.
Serve the BBQ pulled pork hot, optionally garnished with fresh chopped herbs or alongside low-carb coleslaw or lettuce wraps.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5049 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 392.7 g | 503% | |
| Saturated Fat | 131.7 g | 658% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1270 mg | 423% | |
| Sodium | 6544 mg | 285% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 108.5 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.5 g | ||
| Protein | 335.8 g | 672% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 345 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 29.3 mg | 163% | |
| Potassium | 7258 mg | 154% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
