Kalua Pig in a Slow Cooker

Experience the authentic flavors of Hawaii with this mouthwatering Kalua Pig in a Slow Cooker recipe, a simple yet impressive way to recreate a luau classic at home. Tender, smoky pork is the star of this dish, as it slowly cooks to perfection over 16 hours, infused with Hawaiian sea salt and a touch of liquid smoke for that signature deep, earthy flavor. Using a slow cooker brings all the traditional taste without the need for an underground imu, and optional banana leaves or foil add an extra layer of authenticity. Perfectly juicy and fall-apart tender, this kalua pig pairs beautifully with steamed rice, Hawaiian macaroni salad, or as the centerpiece for tropical-inspired meals. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this is slow-cooked simplicity at its finest!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:960 mins

Total Time:970 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 pounds Pork butt (or shoulder roast)
• 1 tablespoon Sea salt (preferably Hawaiian sea salt)
• 1.5 tablespoons Liquid smoke flavoring
• 2 sheets Banana leaves or aluminum foil (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Place the pork butt in the slow cooker.

Step 2

Rub the sea salt evenly over the entire surface of the pork.

Step 3

Drizzle the liquid smoke over the pork, ensuring the flavoring coats the meat evenly.

Step 4

If using banana leaves, wrap the pork in the leaves before placing it back inside the slow cooker. Alternatively, you can cover the pork in aluminum foil for a similar effect.

Step 5

Cover the slow cooker with its lid and cook on low for 16 hours, or until the pork is fall-apart tender.

Step 6

Once cooked, carefully shred the pork with two forks directly in the slow cooker. Mix the shredded meat with the rendered juices for extra flavor.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add more sea salt if desired.

Step 8

Serve warm with rice, Hawaiian macaroni salad, or your favorite sides. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1855.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4535.9

Total Fat 362.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 127.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 1270.1mg	0%
Sodium 7920.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0g	0%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 326.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 181.4mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 4898.8mg	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: 71.4%

Protein: 28.6%

Carbs: 0.0%