Low Fat Kalua Pig
Savor the rich, smoky flavors of traditional Hawaiian cuisine with this healthier twist on Kalua Pig. Our Low Fat Kalua Pig recipe swaps the fattier cuts for lean pork tenderloin while retaining all the essence of the classic dish. Seasoned with Hawaiian sea salt and infused with liquid smoke, the pork becomes irresistibly tender after hours of slow cooking—perfectly complementing the delicate sweetness of wilted cabbage. This low-fat version is quick to prep, requires just a handful of simple ingredients, and is ideal for a hearty family dinner or island-inspired gathering. Serve it warm over rice or tuck it into tacos for a versatile dish that's big on flavor but light on calories.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Pork tenderloin
- 2 teaspoons Hawaiian sea salt or coarse sea salt
- 1 tablespoon Liquid smoke flavoring
- 1 head Cabbage
- 0.5 cup Water
Instructions
Rinse the pork tenderloin under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
Rub the tenderloin thoroughly with Hawaiian sea salt, ensuring even coverage.
Place the pork in a slow cooker and pour the liquid smoke over it, coating all sides.
Add water to the bottom of the slow cooker to help create steam during cooking, enhancing the moistness of the pork.
Cover and cook on low for about 6 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
While the pork is cooking, core and thinly slice the cabbage head.
Once the pork is tender, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker, add sliced cabbage on top, and combine gently.
Continue to cook on low for an additional 30 minutes or until the cabbage is wilted and tender.
Serve the low fat kalua pig warm, either on its own or with steamed rice or as a filling for tacos or sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1341 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.2 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.7 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 617 mg | 206% | |
| Sodium | 7078 mg | 308% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.8 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.5 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.0 g | ||
| Protein | 229.6 g | 459% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 262 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 5041 mg | 107% | |
*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.
