Kalua Pork Recipe
Slow-cooked pulled pork with traditional Hawaiian flavors.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Serving Ingredients
Method
Preparation of the Pork
- 1
Prepare the Pork
Start by trimming any excess fat from the pork shoulder. This will help to prevent the dish from being overly greasy.
- 2
Season the Pork
Rub the Hawaiian sea salt evenly all over the pork shoulder, ensuring it is well-coated to enhance the flavor.
- 3
Add Liquid Smoke
Drizzle the liquid smoke over the seasoned pork, using your hands to rub it in thoroughly for even flavor distribution.
- 4
Prepare for Cooking
Place the pork shoulder in a slow cooker. Pour the water around the pork to keep it moist during cooking.
Cooking the Pork
- 5
Slow Cook the Pork
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.
- 6
Shred the Pork
Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and let it rest for a few minutes. Use two forks to shred the pork into bite-sized pieces.
- 7
Serve the Kalua Pork
Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix it with the juices. Serve it warm, either on its own or in Hawaiian rolls with coleslaw and pineapple slices on the side.