Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Tenderloin with Tomato and Maple
A healthy slow cooker pulled pork tenderloin recipe with hints of sweetness and spice. Naturally Paleo, Gluten-free, and Dairy-free.
Servings: 6
Ingredients
- 3-3.5 pounds pork tenderloin
- 1 shallot diced
- 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 Tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 cup strained tomatoes from a can or carton
- 2/3 cup maple syrup
- 2 Tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 Tablespoons blackstrap molasses
Instructions
- Put the diced onions into the slow cooker. Then add the pork loin on top.
- Add the salt, pepper, garlic powder, thyme, crushed red pepper flakes, paprika, chili powder, turmeric powder, strained tomatoes, maple syrup, tomato paste and molasses on top of the pork. Mix the seasoning into the slow cooker.
- Cook on low heat for 8 hours or on high heat for 6 hours.
- Remove pork loin/shoulder and shred on a separate surface. Shred with two forks. Put back into the sauce in the slow cooker
Notes
- You can use pork tenderloin or shoulder based on your preference in what you like for pulled pork. Loin is less fatty, which I like.
- If your pork tenderloin isn't 3-3.5 pounds, then buy a few smaller ones and put them all into the slow cooker.
- To store: store the pulled pork in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 390kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 48g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 147mg | Sodium: 807mg | Potassium: 1282mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 877IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 83mg | Iron: 4mg