Name: Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Lettuce Wraps
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 270 min
Total time: 280 min
Ingredients: 2 pounds pork shoulder; 2 teaspoons onion powder; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 2 teaspoon dried rosemary; 2 teaspoons smoked paprika; ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon ground fennel seeds; 2 teaspoons cocoa powder; Sea salt and black pepper (to taste); 1/3 cup organic sugar-free chicken broth; 8 iceberg leaves (or butter lettuce leaves)

Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Lettuce Wraps

Are you looking for a satisfying dish that combines flavor and convenience? Look no further than these Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Lettuce Wraps. This low-carb recipe is perfect for those busy weeknights when you desire a home-cooked meal without the hassle of extensive preparation. With only 10 minutes of prep time, you can easily whip up a meal that your whole family will enjoy, transforming your kitchen into a haven of delightful aromas.

The versatility and ease of using a slow cooker is unmatched. This method allows the pork to simmer for hours, resulting in tender, melt-in-your-mouth perfection. We suggest letting the pulled pork sit in its natural juices for an additional 20-30 minutes after cooking to absorb all that incredible flavor. It truly elevates the dish to a new level!

These lettuce wraps not only provide a crunchy, fresh alternative to traditional bread, but they also cater perfectly to any low-carb meal plans. The combination of spices, including paprika and fennel seeds, brings a unique depth to the pork, while the cocoa powder surprisingly enhances its overall flavor profile without being noticeable.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 4 30

Total Time 4 40

Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 221 kcal

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Ingredients

2 pounds pork shoulder
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoon dried rosemary
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground fennel seeds
2 teaspoons cocoa powder
Sea salt and black pepper to taste
1/3 cup organic sugar-free chicken broth
8 iceberg leaves or butter lettuce leaves

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Instructions

Combine all spices and cocoa in a small bowl, seasoning with salt and black pepper.
Rub the spice mix over the pork shoulder and transfer to a 5 or 6-quart slow cooker.
Add chicken broth to the crock and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6 hours.
Once complete, use two forks to shred the pork while keeping it in the slow cooker.
Allow the pork to stay warm in its juices for an additional 20-30 minutes.
To serve, fill each lettuce leaf with crunchy broccoli slaw, topping with pulled pork.
Try these Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Lettuce Wraps at your next family dinner. A low-carb delight that is equally appealing and satisfying. Don’t forget to let us know how they turned out in the comments!

For even tastier results, allow pork to sit in its yummy juices once you’ve pulled it apart. This will allow it to absorb even more of that great flavor!

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Nutrition

Calories: 221kcal (11%)Carbohydrates: 3g (1%)Protein: 28g (56%)Fat: 10g (15%)Saturated Fat: 4g (25%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 93mg (31%)Sodium: 182mg (8%)Potassium: 561mg (16%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 1g (1%)Vitamin A: 688IU (14%)Vitamin C: 2mg (2%)Calcium: 37mg (4%)Iron: 2mg (11%)

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Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.

Keyword comfort food, low-carb, pulled pork, slow cooker

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