3-Ingredient Crockpot Kalua Pork (High-Protein)

3-Ingredient Crockpot Kalua Pork (High-Protein)

Smoky, tender shredded pork inspired by traditional Hawaiian kalua style—made effortless in the slow cooker.

Ingredients (Serves 8)

• 2.3–2.7 kg (5–6 lb) pork shoulder (Boston butt)

• 1½ tbsp coarse salt (Hawaiian-style if available)

• 1–2 tsp liquid smoke (hickory)

Optional for serving: lime wedges, shredded cabbage, or a side of plain non-fat Greek yogurt for an added protein boost.

Instructions

1. Prep pork
   Pat dry. Pierce all over with a knife to help seasoning penetrate.

2. Season
   Rub salt all over. Drizzle liquid smoke evenly.

3. Slow cook
   Place in crockpot. No liquid needed.
   Cook Low 10–12 hours or High 6–7 hours until it falls apart.

4. Shred
   Remove bone/fat. Shred meat and toss in its juices.

5. Serve
   Great in bowls, wraps, lettuce cups, or over rice/cauliflower rice.

Nutrition (Per Serving, ~170 g cooked pork)

• Calories: ~420 kcal

• Protein: ~46 g

• Carbs: 0 g

• Fat: ~26 g

High-Protein Serving Ideas

• Pork bowls with cabbage slaw and yogurt drizzle.

• Stuff into high-protein tortillas.

• Pair with beans for an even bigger protein hit.