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AIP Pulled Pork

A simple and flavorful AIP-compliant pulled pork recipe made in a slow cooker. This dish combines tender pork with aromatic herbs and a tangy apple cider vinegar base for a savory, satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 16 hours
Total Time 16 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2-3 lbs pork shoulder bone-in
  • 1 medium onion sliced
  • 4 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon AIP-compliant olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper optional for AIP 2.0
  • 1/4 cup water

Equipment

  • Slow cooker (4-6 quart)
  • Forks (for shredding the pork)

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Pork: Trim any excess fat from the pork shoulder and place it in the slow cooker.
  2. Add Aromatics: Scatter the sliced onion and minced garlic around the pork.
  3. Season: In a small bowl, mix the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, ground ginger, turmeric, cinnamon, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the pork and onions in the slow cooker.
  4. Cook: Add water around the pork. Set the slow cooker on low and cook for 6-8 hours or until the pork is very tender and easily shredded.
  5. Shred: Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix it with the juices.
  6. Serve: Serve the pulled pork on a plate or in AIP-friendly wraps or over roasted vegetables.
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Notes

  • Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
  • Variations: You can add AIP-compliant vegetables like carrots or sweet potatoes to the slow cooker for a one-pot meal.
  • Serving Suggestions: This pulled pork is perfect with AIP-approved sides like mashed cauliflower, roasted vegetables, or in AIP-friendly wraps.
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