Whole30 BBQ Pork Buns

Satisfy your craving for savory comfort food with these delectable Whole30 BBQ Pork Buns, a healthy twist on a classic favorite! Tender, slow-cooked pork shoulder rubbed with a smoky blend of spices and infused with coconut aminos is shredded and coated in a rich, Whole30-compliant BBQ sauce. The filling is nestled inside fluffy, grain-free buns made from almond and coconut flours, creating a paleo-friendly and gluten-free delight that's both nutritious and satisfying. Topped with sesame seeds for a hint of crunch and garnished with fresh green onions, these buns are perfect for meal prep, gatherings, or a cozy weeknight dinner. With bold barbecue flavors and a wholesome ingredient list, these buns prove that clean eating doesn't have to mean sacrificing indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:270 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Pork shoulder
• 1 cup Whole30 compliant BBQ sauce
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Coconut aminos
• 2 tablespoons Avocado oil
• 2 cups Almond flour
• 0.5 cup Coconut flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking soda
• 3 large Eggs
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons Green onions

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).

Step 2

Rub the pork shoulder with onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Heat the avocado oil in a large oven-safe pot over medium-high heat. Brown the pork shoulder on all sides.

Step 4

Add the coconut aminos and cover the pot. Transfer to the oven and cook for 3-4 hours, until the pork is tender and easily shreddable.

Step 5

While the pork is cooking, prepare the buns. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 6

In a large bowl, mix almond flour, coconut flour, and baking soda.

Step 7

In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs and unsweetened almond milk together.

Step 8

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.

Step 9

Shape the dough into 8 equal balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 10

Sprinkle sesame seeds on top of each dough ball.

Step 11

Bake the buns for 15-20 minutes, until golden brown.

Step 12

Once the pork is cooked, shred it with two forks and mix with Whole30 compliant BBQ sauce.

Step 13

Slice the buns in half and fill each with a generous portion of BBQ shredded pork.

Step 14

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1890.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4038.3

Total Fat 261.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 62.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 1358.5mg	0%
Sodium 6808.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 135.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 48.1g	0%
Total Sugars 42.8g
Protein 289.5g	0%

Vitamin D 210.8IU	0%
Calcium 1181.6mg	0%
Iron 23.7mg	0%
Potassium 4056.1mg	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: 58.1%

Protein: 28.6%

Carbs: 13.3%