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Tender Keto Pulled Pork Recipe with Easy Sugar-Free BBQ Sauce

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A juicy, tender pulled pork recipe perfect for a keto lifestyle, featuring a tangy, sugar-free BBQ sauce made with simple pantry ingredients. Slow-cooked to perfection, this dish is flavorful and low-carb.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 pounds pork shoulder (also called pork butt), trimmed of excess fat
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 cup chicken broth or water
  • 1 cup sugar-free ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (gluten-free if needed)
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1–2 tablespoons erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Avocado oil or coconut oil (for searing or dairy-free option)

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels.
  2. In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper to make the dry rub.
  3. Generously coat the pork shoulder all over with the dry rub, pressing it into the meat. Refrigerate for a few hours if possible.
  4. Optional: Heat a tablespoon of avocado oil or butter in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown the pork shoulder on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
  5. Place the pork shoulder in the slow cooker insert. Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth or water around the pork.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 5-6 hours until the pork is fork-tender and reaches an internal temperature of about 195°F (90°C).
  7. While the pork cooks, whisk together all BBQ sauce ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.
  8. Remove the pork shoulder from the slow cooker and shred the meat using two forks, discarding excessive fat.
  9. Pour most of the sugar-free BBQ sauce over the shredded pork and mix well to coat. Reserve some sauce for serving.
  10. Serve warm on plates, sliders, or keto-friendly buns, drizzling with extra BBQ sauce if desired.

Notes

Optional searing adds flavor but can be skipped to save time. Keep the cooking liquid to moisten pork if dry. Adjust sweetness of BBQ sauce with erythritol or monk fruit sweetener. Use low-sodium broth for lower sodium. Refrigerate leftovers up to 4 days or freeze up to 3 months. Reheat gently with broth or sauce to keep juicy.

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