Description
A hearty meal featuring succulent pulled pork and a refreshing avocado slaw, customizable to dietary needs.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs boneless pork shoulder (or pork butt)
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups green cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 cup purple cabbage, thinly sliced
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Pork: Season the pork shoulder with the spice mix and massage it into the meat.
- Cooking: If using a slow cooker, cook on low for around 6 hours until tender. For an oven, preheat to 300°F (150°C) and roast for about 2 ½ hours.
- Shred the Pork: Remove the pork, let it rest, then shred with two forks and mix in the BBQ sauce.
- Make the Avocado Slaw: Whisk together lime juice, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Add cabbage and cilantro, tossing to combine, then fold in the diced avocado.
- Assemble the Bowls: Layer pulled pork and avocado slaw in individual bowls, garnishing with extra cilantro or lime wedges if desired.
Notes
Store pulled pork and avocado slaw separately to maintain freshness. Reheat pork with a splash of BBQ sauce and assemble slaw just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: pulled pork, avocado slaw, hearty meal, customizable, comfort food