Keto Pulled Pork with Barbecue Sauce

Satisfy your cravings with this tender and flavorful Keto Pulled Pork with Barbecue Sauce, a low-carb twist on a classic favorite! Slow-cooked to perfection, boneless pork shoulder is generously seasoned with a smoky homemade spice rub, seared for a caramelized crust, and then simmered for hours in apple cider vinegar and liquid smoke for unbeatable depth of flavor. The keto-friendly barbecue sauce—made with tomato paste, a low-carb sweetener, and a touch of spice—adds a tangy, sweet, and savory finish that will have you coming back for seconds. Perfect for meal prep or a crowd-pleasing dinner, this irresistible dish takes just 15 minutes of prep and pairs beautifully with cauliflower rice, lettuce wraps, or a crisp cabbage slaw. A must-try for barbecue lovers on a keto diet!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:495 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 pounds Pork shoulder (boneless)
• 2 tablespoons Avocado oil
• 2 teaspoons Paprika
• 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke
• 6 ounces Tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Low-carb sweetener (erythritol or monk fruit)
• 1 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, mix together paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and chili powder.

Step 2

Rub the spice mix all over the pork shoulder, ensuring it is well coated.

Step 3

Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork shoulder on all sides until a brown crust forms, about 2-3 minutes per side.

Step 4

Place the seared pork shoulder into a slow cooker. Add apple cider vinegar and liquid smoke.

Step 5

Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, until the meat is tender and falls apart easily with a fork.

Step 6

While the pork is cooking, prepare the keto barbecue sauce. In a medium saucepan, combine tomato paste, low-carb sweetener, and water. Stir well.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer. Let it cook for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 8

Once the pork is done, remove from the slow cooker and shred with two forks.

Step 9

Pour the barbecue sauce over the pulled pork and toss to combine.

Step 10

Serve the keto pulled pork warm, garnished with optional toppings like sliced jalapeños or cabbage slaw if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2547.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5039.9

Total Fat 392.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 131.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1270.1mg	0%
Sodium 3637.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 73.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.7g	0%
Total Sugars 22.4g
Protein 336.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 342.0mg	0%
Iron 29.2mg	0%
Potassium 7066.0mg	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: 68.3%

Protein: 26.1%

Carbs: 5.7%