Low Carb Kalua Pork
Indulge in the savory, smoky flavors of the Hawaiian islands with this Low Carb Kalua Pork recipe, a healthier twist on the traditional luau favorite. Made with just five simple ingredients—juicy pork shoulder, Hawaiian sea salt, liquid smoke, garlic, and tender cabbage—this dish is effortless to prepare in a slow cooker, letting the meat become perfectly tender over 8-10 hours. Infused with rich, smoky notes and natural pork juices, the result is melt-in-your-mouth shredded pork paired with steamed cabbage for a wholesome, low-carb feast. Whether you’re on a keto diet, looking for a gluten-free dinner option, or simply craving a hearty, flavor-packed meal, this Kalua Pork is sure to impress. Enjoy it as a delicious standalone entree or pair it with cauliflower rice for a complete island-inspired experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pounds pork shoulder (also known as pork butt)
- 1 tablespoon Hawaiian sea salt (or Kosher salt)
- 1 tablespoon liquid smoke
- 4 large garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium head cabbage, chopped
Instructions
Start by preparing your pork shoulder. Trim excess fat if desired, and pat the meat dry with paper towels.
Rub the Hawaiian sea salt evenly across the surface of the pork shoulder.
Place the pork shoulder into the slow cooker.
Pour the liquid smoke over the pork, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
Add the minced garlic around and on top of the pork shoulder.
Cover the slow cooker and set it to low heat. Cook the pork for 8 to 10 hours, or until the meat is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
Once the pork is nearly done, prepare the cabbage by removing the outer leaves and chopping it into thick slices.
Add the chopped cabbage to the slow cooker about 30 minutes before the cooking time ends. Allow it to steam and soften in the pork juices.
When ready, remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
Mix the shredded pork back into the slow cooker with the cabbage to soak up the remaining juices.
Serve the Kalua Pork hot, alongside the cooked cabbage, for a delicious low carb meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4640 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 363.2 g | 466% | |
| Saturated Fat | 127.1 g | 636% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1452 mg | 484% | |
| Sodium | 7980 mg | 347% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.2 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.4 g | ||
| Protein | 331.6 g | 663% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 350 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 23.7 mg | 132% | |
| Potassium | 5733 mg | 122% | |
*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.
