Low Carb Barbecue Pulled Pork

Savor the smoky, tangy flavors of this Low Carb Barbecue Pulled Pork, a guilt-free twist on a classic comfort food! Perfectly seasoned with a blend of smoked paprika, garlic, and cayenne, and slow-cooked to tender, juicy perfection, this recipe transforms a 4-pound pork shoulder into a flavorful masterpiece. The homemade sugar-free barbecue sauce, made with apple cider vinegar, liquid smoke, and erythritol sweetener, ensures every bite is rich, sweet, and keto-friendly. With just 15 minutes of prep and a slow cooker doing the heavy lifting, this dish is ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep. Serve it on lettuce wraps, cauliflower buns, or straight from the bowl for a satisfying low-carb meal that doesn’t compromise on bold barbecue flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:495 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 4 pounds Pork shoulder
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup Sugar-free ketchup
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Liquid smoke
• 0.25 cup Erythritol sweetener

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your slow cooker on the low setting.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Rub the pork shoulder all over with olive oil and then coat it evenly with the spice mixture.

Step 4

Place the spiced pork shoulder into the slow cooker.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, combine the apple cider vinegar, sugar-free ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, liquid smoke, and erythritol sweetener. Stir until well mixed to form your BBQ sauce.

Step 6

Pour the BBQ sauce over the pork shoulder in the slow cooker, ensuring it is well covered.

Step 7

Cover with the lid and cook on low for approximately 8 hours or until the pork is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the pork from the slow cooker and transfer to a large cutting board. Use two forks to shred the pork.

Step 9

Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker, stir to ensure it is well coated in the sauce, and let it cook on low for an additional 15 to 30 minutes to absorb more flavor.

Step 10

Serve the low-carb barbecue pulled pork on its own, on lettuce wraps, or as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2310.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4251.8

Total Fat 242.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 79.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1600.9mg	0%
Sodium 6441.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 87.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g	0%
Total Sugars 4.1g
Protein 428.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 500.7mg	0%
Iron 20.6mg	0%
Potassium 7453.1mg	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: 51.4%

Protein: 40.4%

Carbs: 8.3%