Low Sodium Smoky BBQ Pork
Savor the irresistible flavors of tender, melt-in-your-mouth Low Sodium Smoky BBQ Pork, a healthier twist on classic BBQ that’s big on taste and low on salt. This slow cooker recipe features a succulent pork shoulder rubbed with a bold blend of smoked paprika, garlic, cumin, and oregano, then basted with a tangy-sweet mixture of liquid smoke, apple cider vinegar, and honey. With just 15 minutes of prep time and 8 hours of slow cooking, this dish delivers smoky, barbecue goodness without the excess sodium, making it a perfect choice for health-conscious eaters. Serve it shredded and juicy—ideal for sandwiches, sliders, or as a flavorful main with your favorite sides. Whether you're meal prepping or hosting, this deliciously smoky pork is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Pork shoulder
- 2 tablespoons Liquid smoke
- 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, black pepper, dried oregano, and brown sugar to create a spice rub.
Rub the spice mixture evenly over the entire surface of the pork shoulder. Let the pork sit for at least 30 minutes to absorb the flavors. For best results, cover and refrigerate overnight.
Preheat your slow cooker on the low setting.
In a separate bowl, mix the liquid smoke, apple cider vinegar, and honey together to create a basting liquid.
Place the seasoned pork shoulder into the slow cooker and pour the basting liquid over it.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for about 8 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
Mix the shredded pork with any residual cooking liquid from the slow cooker to enhance the flavor and keep it moist.
Serve the low sodium smoky BBQ pork warm. It's perfect as a sandwich filling or served alongside your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2184 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.3 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.6 g | 188% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 800 mg | 267% | |
| Sodium | 723 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.6 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.9 g | ||
| Protein | 216.1 g | 432% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 307 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 13.2 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 3574 mg | 76% | |
*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.
