For a richer, smokier flavor, consider using smoked sea salt in place of kosher salt. If you prefer a sweeter kalua pork, add 1 tablespoon of brown sugar to the sauce mixture. To enhance the tenderness, sear the pork shoulder on all sides in a hot skillet before placing it in the slow cooker. This will also add depth of flavor. Serve with a side of steamed white rice and a sprinkle of green onions for a complete meal. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Homestyle Kalua Pork with Cabbage in a Slow Cooker
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PREP TIME10 mins
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COOK TIME10 hrs 30 mins
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TOTAL TIME10 hrs 40 mins
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SERVING10 People
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VIEWS458
Transport your kitchen to a Hawaiian luau with this simplified yet deeply flavorful slow-cooker kalua pork. The pork becomes incredibly tender, infused with a subtle smoky sweetness, perfectly complemented by the lightly cooked cabbage. Ideal for an effortless weeknight meal or a relaxed weekend gathering.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate5 g
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Cholesterol130 mg
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Fiber2 g
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Protein30 g
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Saturated Fat14 g
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Sodium3899 mg
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Sugar3 g
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Fat41 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View In a small bowl, combine the kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and ground ginger. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View Thoroughly rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder roast, ensuring every surface is well coated. Place the seasoned roast into the slow cooker. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View In a separate bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and liquid smoke flavoring. (Prep time: 2 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the pork roast in the slow cooker. Cover the slow cooker with its lid. (Prep time: 1 minute)
05 Step
Recipe View Cook on Low heat for 10 hours, or until the pork is extremely tender and easily pulls apart. (Cook time: 10 hours)
06 Step
Recipe View Add the shredded cabbage to the slow cooker, nestling it around the pork. Cook for an additional 30 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender-crisp. (Cook time: 30 minutes)
07 Step
Recipe View Using two forks, shred the pork directly in the slow cooker. Serve hot, allowing guests to enjoy the savory, fall-apart meat and cabbage.
08 Step
Recipe View serve the pork with steam rice or fresh buns
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Sienna Gleason
Apr 12, 2025I seared the pork before putting it in the slow cooker, and it made a huge difference!
Adelle Collins
Oct 21, 2024I added a little bit of brown sugar as suggested, and it was perfect!
Karelle Hirthe
Sep 8, 2023This recipe is amazing! The pork was so tender and flavorful.
Felton Crona
Sep 7, 2023So easy to make, and it tastes just like the kalua pork I had in Hawaii!
Gerhard Hoppe
May 22, 2023My family loved this. Will definitely make it again!