The Ultimate Low-Carb Comfort Food
Get ready to experience pure, low-carb soul food. Imagine rich, fall-apart tender pulled pork, slow-cooked to perfection and smothered in a sweet and sour BBQ sauce. Now, pile it high on a keto bun and top it with a zesty, spicy coleslaw that cuts through the richness with a satisfying crunch. This isn’t just a meal; it’s a flavor-packed event that proves you don’t need carbs to enjoy incredible comfort food.
MAKES: 8 servings
PREPARATION TIME: 20 minutes
COOKING TIME: 4 to 5 hours + marinating
Ingredients
• SPICE RUB
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon mustard powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt
• PORK SLIDERS
• 3.3 pounds / 1.5 kg bone-in pork shoulder or 2.65 pounds / 1.2 kg boneless pork shoulder
• 1/4 cup / 60 ml water
• 3/4 cup / 180 g / 6.4 oz Sweet & Sour BBQ sauce
• Suggestions (per serving): 1 or 2 mini Sourdough Keto Buns
• SPICY SLAW
• 1 pound / 450 g green cabbage, shredded
• 1 small red onion, 60 g / 2.1 oz, sliced
• 1 jalapeño pepper, 14 g / 0.5 oz, chopped
• 1/3 cup mayonnaise, 73 g / 2.6 oz
• 3 tablespoons / 45 ml fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 2 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro or parsley, 8 g / 0.3 oz
• Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, mix all the spice rub until well combined.2. Pat the pork shoulder dry with a paper towel. Generously coat the entire surface of the pork with the spice rub, pressing it into the meat. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or up to 24 hours. If you’re short on time, you can skip marinating.3. Place the marinated pork into your slow cooker, add the water, and cook on high for 4 to 5 hours, or until the meat is fall-apart tender.4. While the pork is cooking, prepare the spicy slaw. In a large bowl, combine the shredded cabbage, red onion, jalapeño, mayonnaise, lime juice, Dijon mustard, red pepper flakes, and cilantro. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.5. Once the pork is cooked, carefully remove it from the slow cooker and shred the meat using two forks. Discard any large pieces of fat or the bone.6. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker. Pour in the BBQ sauce and stir to combine, incorporating the cooking juices. 7. Serve the pulled pork warm on Sourdough Keto Buns, topped with a generous portion of the spicy slaw. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutritional Information
• Nutrition Facts
• PER SERVING (WITHOUT KETO BUNS):
• Energy: 468 kcal
• Total Carbs: 7.3 g
• Fiber: 2.5 g
• Net Carbs: 4.8 g
• Protein: 27.3 g
• Fat: 36.6 g
• Macronutrient Ratio: Calories from carbs (4%), protein (24%), fat (72%)
Pro Tips
• For the most deeply flavored pork, don’t skip the overnight marination. It allows the spice rub to penetrate the meat, creating a more delicious result.
• For an extra layer of flavor, sear the pork shoulder on all sides in a hot, oiled skillet before placing it in the slow cooker. This creates a beautiful crust.
• Make the spicy slaw at least 30 minutes before serving. This gives the cabbage time to soften slightly and the flavors to meld together perfectly.
• Don’t discard all the cooking liquid! After shredding the pork, mix in just enough of the fatty juices from the slow cooker to keep the meat moist and flavorful before adding the BBQ sauce.
FAQ
Q: How many net carbs are in one serving
A: Each serving contains 4.8 grams of net carbs. This nutritional information does not include the keto buns.
Q: What cut of pork should I use
A: The recipe recommends using a 3.3 lb (1.5 kg) bone-in pork shoulder or a 2.65 lb (1.2 kg) boneless pork shoulder.
Q: Do I have to marinate the pork overnight
A: For the best flavor, marinating the pork for at least 8 hours is highly recommended. However, if you are short on time, you can skip the marination step.
Q: How can I make the pulled pork extra flavorful
A: For an extra layer of flavor, sear the pork shoulder on all sides in a hot skillet before placing it in the slow cooker. Also, mix some of the cooking juices back into the shredded meat to keep it moist and flavorful before adding the BBQ sauce.
Q: How long can I store leftovers
A: You can store leftover pulled pork in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
