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
- Place pork shoulder in your slow cooker.
- 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).
- Pour sauce over the pork shoulder, ensuring it's well coated.
- Cook on low for 8 hours or high for 4 hours, or until the pork is easily shredded.
- Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred with two forks.
- Return shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix with the cooking juices.
- 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
Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
30 g
Sugar
65g
Fat
36g
Carbs
7g
