Low Sodium Barbecue Pulled Pork
Indulge in the smoky, tangy, and sweet flavors of **Low Sodium Barbecue Pulled Pork**, a healthier twist on a classic comfort food! This recipe features tender, slow-cooked pork shoulder infused with a flavorful homemade barbecue sauce made from low-sodium chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, and a blend of aromatic spices like smoked paprika and garlic powder. A touch of brown sugar, honey, and liquid smoke adds the perfect balance of sweetness and smokiness without relying on added salt. Perfectly shredded and soaked in its rich juices, this pulled pork is ideal for serving on whole-grain buns, over hearty rice, or paired with a crisp side salad. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep and 8 hours of slow-cooking magic, it’s an effortless and crowd-pleasing option for family dinners or gatherings. Enjoy bold barbecue flavor without compromising your low-sodium lifestyle!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pounds boneless pork shoulder
- 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons no salt added tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon liquid smoke
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Begin by trimming the excess fat from the pork shoulder, leaving just enough to keep the meat moist and flavorful as it cooks.
In a mixing bowl, combine the low sodium chicken broth, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, no salt added tomato paste, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, red pepper flakes, liquid smoke, honey, cider vinegar, and olive oil. Whisk until all ingredients are well mixed.
Place the pork shoulder in a slow cooker and pour the sauce mixture over it, ensuring the pork is well-coated.
Cover the slow cooker with the lid and set it to cook on low for approximately 8 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and place it on a cutting board. Use two forks to shred the pork into bite-sized pieces.
Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir it into the remaining juice to absorb extra flavor.
Serve the low sodium barbecue pulled pork on whole grain buns, over rice, or alongside a fresh salad. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3997 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 301.0 g | 386% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.7 g | 499% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1089 mg | 363% | |
| Sodium | 1558 mg | 68% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.4 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.9 g | ||
| Protein | 252.0 g | 504% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 236 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 18.9 mg | 105% | |
| Potassium | 4807 mg | 102% | |
*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.
