Cajun Pulled Pork

Get ready to spice up your mealtime with this mouthwatering Cajun Pulled Pork recipe! Packed with bold Cajun flavors and slow-cooked to juicy perfection, this dish transforms a tender pork shoulder into a shreddable masterpiece that's perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or as a main course with your favorite sides. A blend of Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, and a touch of brown sugar creates a smoky-sweet crust, while optional liquid smoke adds an irresistible depth of flavor. Whether you're using a slow cooker for convenience or roasting it low and slow in the oven, this recipe guarantees melt-in-your-mouth results every time. Serve it with a drizzle of barbecue sauce, or let the rich, spiced pork shine on its own. Easy to prepare and ideal for feeding a crowd, this Cajun Pulled Pork is your new go-to for unforgettable family dinners or backyard gatherings!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 lbs Pork shoulder (bone-in or boneless)
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 3 tbsp Cajun seasoning
• 2 tbsp Brown sugar
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 1 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 1 tsp Ground black pepper
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Liquid smoke (optional)
• 1 cup Chicken stock or water
• 1 cup Barbecue sauce (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels. Trim excess fat if necessary but leave a thin layer for flavor during cooking.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together Cajun seasoning, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.

Step 3

Rub the pork shoulder with olive oil, then coat it thoroughly with the spice mixture, ensuring all sides are evenly covered.

Step 4

Place the seasoned pork in a slow cooker or roasting pan. If using liquid smoke, drizzle it over the pork.

Step 5

Pour chicken stock or water into the bottom of the slow cooker or pan to keep the meat moist as it cooks.

Step 6

For slow cooker: Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the pork is fork-tender and easily shreddable. For oven: Cover tightly with foil and cook at 300°F (150°C) for 6-8 hours.

Step 7

Once cooked, transfer the pork to a large cutting board or platter. Let it rest for 10 minutes.

Step 8

Using two forks, shred the pork into bite-sized pieces, discarding any large pieces of fat.

Step 9

If desired, mix the shredded pork with barbecue sauce for added flavor.

Step 10

Serve the Cajun pulled pork on buns, tortillas, or with your choice of sides like coleslaw, cornbread, or roasted vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2382.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5397.6

Total Fat 392.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 131.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1270.1mg	0%
Sodium 12383.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 150.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.1g	0%
Total Sugars 120.7g
Protein 331.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 300.0mg	0%
Iron 17.5mg	0%
Potassium 5422.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.7%

Protein: 24.3%

Carbs: 11.0%