Low Sodium Pulled Pork with Barbecue Sauce
Indulge in the savory flavors of this low sodium pulled pork with barbecue sauce, a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite. Perfectly seasoned with a blend of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and a touch of brown sugar, the tender pork shoulder is slow-cooked to perfection, ensuring juicy, melt-in-your-mouth results every time. The homemade barbecue sauce, crafted with low sodium tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, honey, and a hint of liquid smoke, delivers a tangy and smoky depth of flavor without the excess salt. With minimal prep time and the convenience of a slow cooker, this dish is ideal for busy days and gatherings alike. Serve it on toasted buns, over fluffy rice, or alongside your favorite sides for a crowd-pleasing meal that’s as hearty as it is heart-healthy!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Pork shoulder (boneless)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 6 ounces Tomato paste (low sodium)
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce (low sodium)
- 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and brown sugar. Rub this spice mix evenly over the pork shoulder.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork on all sides until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side.
Transfer the seared pork shoulder to a slow cooker.
In the same skillet, add apple cider vinegar to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits, then pour into the slow cooker.
In a separate bowl, mix together tomato paste, honey, Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, and water. Combine until smooth.
Pour the barbecue sauce mixture over the pork in the slow cooker.
Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the pork is tender and easy to pull apart.
Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred using two forks.
Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix well with the sauce.
Serve the pulled pork warm, either on buns, over rice, or with your choice of side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4089 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 301.6 g | 387% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.7 g | 499% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 952 mg | 318% | |
| Sodium | 1294 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 101.5 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 79.3 g | ||
| Protein | 254.1 g | 508% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 273 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 24.0 mg | 133% | |
| Potassium | 5478 mg | 117% | |
*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.
