Asian Inspired Pulled Pork Shoulder For Tacos Or Sliders Recipe

Craving incredible, melt-in-your-mouth pulled pork? This slow cooker recipe delivers Asian-fusion flavor in a fraction of the time! Inspired by classic char siu, but with a unique twist, this recipe transforms a pork shoulder into tender, juicy perfection. Perfect for tacos, sliders, or enjoying on its own! Easy, delicious, and ready in just under 8 hours.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 490 mins
Calories 369.9 kcal
Protein 41g
Rating 4.0 (6 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Asian Inspired Pulled Pork Shoulder For Tacos Or Sliders

  • 3-4 lb boneless pork shoulder
  • Black Pepper
  • Salt
  • Yellow Onion
  • Water
  • Hoisin Sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • Low Sodium Soy Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • Mirin
  • Rice Wine
  • Lemongrass
  • Ginger
  • Garlic Cloves
  • Chinese Five Spice Powder

How to Make Asian Inspired Pulled Pork Shoulder For Tacos Or Sliders

  1. Place pork shoulder in your slow cooker.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together soy sauce (1 cup), brown sugar (1/2 cup), rice vinegar (1/4 cup), honey (1/4 cup), minced garlic (4 cloves), grated ginger (1 tablespoon), sesame oil (1 tablespoon), and red pepper flakes (1 teaspoon).
  3. Pour sauce over the pork shoulder, ensuring it's well coated.
  4. Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours, or until the pork is easily shredded.
  5. Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred with two forks.
  6. Return shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix with the cooking juices.
  7. Serve on your favorite slider buns or taco shells with your preferred toppings. Consider coleslaw, pickled onions, or a cilantro-lime crema!

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

30 g

Sugar

65g

Fat

36g

Carbs

7g

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