Paleo BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich

Transform your mealtime with this mouthwatering Paleo BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich—an irresistible take on a classic comfort food, made entirely grain-free and dairy-free! Succulent pork shoulder is slow-cooked to tender perfection in a tangy, smoky BBQ sauce crafted from wholesome ingredients like coconut aminos, tomato paste, and honey. Finished with a crisp, zesty cabbage and carrot slaw, this meal balances bold flavors and refreshing textures. Whether served on almond flour buns for a paleo-friendly sandwich or wrapped in lettuce leaves for a low-carb twist, this dish is perfect for a satisfying lunch or dinner. With just 20 minutes of prep time and the convenience of a slow cooker, it’s a fuss-free way to enjoy a hearty, healthy meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 pounds Pork shoulder (or butt)
• 0.5 cup Coconut aminos
• 0.25 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 0.5 cup Tomato paste
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 1 tablespoon Smoked paprika
• 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 2 teaspoons Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups Cabbage, shredded
• 1 cup Carrots, shredded
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 servings Almond flour buns or lettuce leaves (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Place the pork shoulder in a slow cooker.

Step 2

In a bowl, whisk together the coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, tomato paste, honey, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, sea salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Pour the sauce over the pork shoulder in the slow cooker, making sure it is well coated.

Step 4

Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.

Step 5

While the pork is cooking, prepare the slaw by combining the shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, lemon juice, and olive oil in a large bowl. Toss to combine and set aside in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Step 6

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

Step 7

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

Step 8

To serve, place a generous portion of the pulled pork onto almond flour buns or lettuce leaves.

Step 9

Top with a scoop of cabbage slaw and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2180.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3890.5

Total Fat 271.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 89.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 903.2mg	0%
Sodium 5447.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 145.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.7g	0%
Total Sugars 108.1g
Protein 229.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 392.4mg	0%
Iron 24.2mg	0%
Potassium 6090.2mg	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: 62.0%

Protein: 23.3%

Carbs: 14.7%