Slow Cooker Barbacoa Pork

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 3
Slow Cooker Barbacoa Pork recipe for a flavorful family meal
in Pork

Prep

10 min

Cook

8 hours

Ready In

8 hours 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 -2 tablespoon salt , divided
1 tablespoon black pepper , divided
2 -3 teaspoons garlic powder , divided
14 -20 ounces Coke zero , divided
1/4 cup brown sugar , plus
1/3 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup water
6 ounces sliced green chilies
8 ounces tomato sauce
1 chipotle chile in adobo , diced
1/8 teaspoon cumin
2 1/2 - 3 lbs pork loin

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
266
Sugar
14g
Fat
10g
Slow cooker barbacoa pork is a popular Mexican dish that is traditionally prepared by slow-cooking beef with a variety of spices and herbs. This recipe puts a spin on the classic by using pork loin instead and cooking it with a touch of sweetness and heat from brown sugar and chipotle chiles. The result is a melt-in-your-mouth pork that is perfect for filling up tacos, burritos, or serving with rice and beans for a flavorful family meal.

Instructions

1.Mix together 1 tablespoon of salt, 1/2 tablespoon black pepper, and 2 teaspoons garlic powder in a small bowl.
2.Rub the spice mix all over the pork loin and place it in your slow cooker.
3.In another bowl, mix together 12 ounces of Coke Zero, 1/4 cup of brown sugar, and 1/4 cup of water. Pour the mixture over the pork in the slow cooker.
4.Add the sliced green chilies, tomato sauce, diced chipotle chile, remaining 2 teaspoons of garlic powder, remaining 1 tablespoon of salt, remaining 1/2 tablespoon black pepper, and cumin to the slow cooker.
5.Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or on high for 4-6 hours, until the pork is tender and falls apart easily.
6.Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it.
7.Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix it with the sauce. Let it sit in the sauce for at least 10 minutes to absorb the flavor before serving.

PROS

This slow cooker barbacoa pork is incredibly flavorful thanks to a variety of spices and herbs.

It is also low in calories and sugar, making it a healthier alternative to other pork recipes.

CONS

The long cooking time may not be suitable for those who want a quick and easy recipe.

Additionally, this recipe does require a slow cooker, which not everyone may have.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork is a rich source of protein, which is essential for building and repairing muscle in the body.
The spices used in this recipe, such as garlic and cumin, have been linked to a variety of health benefits, including boosting the immune system and aiding in digestion.
This recipe is also low in sugar and calories, making it a healthy choice for those trying to watch their weight.

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