Homestyle Kalua Pork with Cabbage in a Slow Cooker

May 13, 2023May 13, 20230 3

Delicious Homestyle Kalua Pork with Cabbage in a Slow Cooker Recipe

by The Chefin Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

8 hrs 30 min

Ready In

8 hrs 45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

319

Sugar

Fat

13g

Homestyle Kalua Pork with Cabbage in a Slow Cooker is a classic Hawaiian dish that is popular around the world. Originally, this dish was cooked in an underground oven called an imu and the pork would take hours to cook. But with the help of slow cookers, the dish can be prepared easily and in lesser time. The shredded pork and cabbage cooked in the flavorful sauce is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a potluck gathering. With the slow cooker doing the work for you, this recipe is convenient, straightforward, and incredibly delicious.

Instructions

1.	In a small bowl, mix together the kosher salt, ground black pepper, and ground ginger until well combined.
2.	Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder roast, making sure to cover all sides.
3.	Place the roast into the slow cooker.
4.	In another small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and liquid smoke flavoring.
5.	Pour the sauce over the pork roast.
6.	Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on low for 8-10 hours.
7.	About 1 hour before serving, stir in the shredded cabbage.
8.	Serve the pork and cabbage hot.

PROS

This recipe is easy to prepare and requires minimal effort.

The slow cooker helps to make the pork roast fork-tender and juicy.

This dish is flavorful and satisfying, perfect for a family meal or gatherings.

CONS

There are no particular cons of this dish however, the nutritional value might be considered a con as this dish contains moderate calories and fat.

It is advised to consume in moderation if you are keeping a check on your calories.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The cabbage in this recipe is a great source of Vitamin C and fiber, which can help support digestive health.
The pork shoulder roast provides a decent amount of protein and essential nutrients like iron, magnesium, and potassium.
However, it is advised to consume pork in moderation as it is high in fat content.

	2 tablespoons kosher salt
	2 teaspoons ground black pepper
	1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
	1 bone-in pork shoulder roast
	1 tablespoon soy sauce
	2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
	1 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
	1/2 large head cabbage , shredded