Keto Barbecue Pulled Pork

Indulge in the smoky, savory goodness of Keto Barbecue Pulled Pork—an irresistibly tender and flavorful low-carb dish perfect for your next family meal or gathering. This recipe uses a slow cooker to transform a 3-pound pork shoulder into melt-in-your-mouth perfection, seasoned with a robust blend of smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper for a bold, smoky kick. A tangy sauce featuring apple cider vinegar, sugar-free barbecue sauce, and liquid smoke ties everything together without adding unnecessary carbs, making it ideal for ketogenic and low-carb diets. With just 20 minutes of hands-on prep time and 8 hours of slow cooking, this dish is easy to prepare and packed with flavor. Serve it atop cauliflower rice, in lettuce wraps, or alongside your favorite low-carb sides for a satisfying, guilt-free barbecue feast!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 pounds pork shoulder
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup sugar-free barbecue sauce
• 1 teaspoon liquid smoke

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and pat dry the pork shoulder with paper towels.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder, making sure to cover all sides.

Step 4

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil and sear the pork shoulder on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Step 5

Place the seared pork shoulder in a slow cooker.

Step 6

In a separate bowl, mix together the apple cider vinegar, sugar-free barbecue sauce, and liquid smoke.

Step 7

Pour the barbecue sauce mixture over the pork in the slow cooker.

Step 8

Cover and cook on low heat for 8 hours or until the pork is tender and can be easily shredded with a fork.

Step 9

Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.

Step 10

Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix it with the remaining sauce.

Step 11

Let it cook on low for an additional 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1787.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3321.5

Total Fat 189.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1200.7mg	0%
Sodium 8076.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 34.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.2g	0%
Total Sugars 1.5g
Protein 323.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 398.2mg	0%
Iron 16.0mg	0%
Potassium 5241.1mg	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: 54.3%

Protein: 41.2%

Carbs: 4.4%