Best 8 Kalua Pig In Crock Pot Slow Cooker Recipes

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**Title: A Culinary Journey to the Pacific Islands: Unveiling the Enchanting Flavors of Kalua Pig in a Crock-Pot Slow Cooker**

Embark on a tantalizing culinary adventure to the heart of the Pacific Islands, where the aromas of slow-cooked pork tantalize the senses and create a symphony of flavors. Discover the secrets of preparing Kalua Pig, a traditional Hawaiian delicacy, in the comfort of your own home using a trusty crock-pot slow cooker. This comprehensive guide presents a diverse collection of Kalua Pig recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From the simplicity of the Basic Kalua Pig recipe to the tantalizing flavors of the Kalua Pig with Coconut Milk and Spices, this article caters to every palate and dietary preference. Whether you seek a gluten-free, dairy-free, or low-carb option, we have you covered. Additionally, explore variations such as the Kalua Pig Tacos and Kalua Pig Sliders, perfect for casual gatherings and parties. Get ready to indulge in the succulent, tender meat of Kalua Pig, infused with the essence of Polynesian herbs and spices. Prepare to be captivated by the enchanting flavors of this iconic dish, made effortlessly in your crock-pot slow cooker.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SLOW COOKER HAWAIIAN KALUA PORK WITH CABBAGE



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Kalua Pork with Cabbage is a Hawaiian dish often served at Luaus. This version is made in the slow cooker and tastes just like authentic shredded Kalua Pig.

Provided by Erica Walker

Categories     Dinner     Main Course

Time 8h10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

3-4 pound pork roast
1-2 Tbsp Kosher salt
1/3 c. liquid smoke
1 c. water
1/2 head cabbage (coarsely chopped)

Steps:

  • Rub pork generously with salt and pour on liquid smoke.
  • Place in Crock Pot or Slow Cooker.
  • Add water. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours.
  • Shred pork and serve.
  • An hour before serving, carefully lift pork out of the slow cooker (do not drain out juices)and place cabbage in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  • Place pork on top of the cabbage, place lid back on, and cook for another hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 173 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Protein 21 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 54 mg, Sodium 494 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

KALUA PIG IN CROCK POT (SLOW COOKER)



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was craving some hawaiian food and I found this recipe online. It tastes just as close as it gets! Just like the real thing! I suprised myself when it was done how wonderful it came out! So Juicy!!! This is definately gonna be one of those everyday dishes in our household!

Provided by heidi brosas

Categories     Pork

Number Of Ingredients 3

6 lb pork butt roast
1 1/2 Tbsp hawaiian sea salt
1 Tbsp liquid smoke flavoring

Steps:

  • 1. Pierce pork all over with carving fork. Rub salt then liquid smoke over meat. Place roast in a slow cooker.
  • 2. Cover and cook on Low for 16 to 20 hours, turning once during cooking time.
  • 3. Remove meat from slow cooker and shred.

SLOW-COOKER KALUA PORK & CABBAGE



Slow-Cooker Kalua Pork & Cabbage image

My slow-cooker pork has four ingredients and less than 10 minutes of prep. The result tastes just like the kalua pork slow-roasted all day in an underground oven. -Rholinelle DeTorres, San Jose, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 9h10m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

7 bacon strips, divided
1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (3 to 4 pounds), well trimmed
1 tablespoon coarse sea salt
1 medium head cabbage (about 2 pounds), coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Line bottom of a 6-qt. slow cooker with 4 bacon strips. Sprinkle all sides of roast with salt; place in slow cooker. Arrange remaining bacon over top of roast., Cook, covered, on low 8-10 hours or until pork is tender. Add cabbage, spreading cabbage around roast. Cook, covered, 1 to 1-1/4 hours longer or until cabbage is tender. , Remove pork to a serving bowl; shred pork with 2 forks. Using a slotted spoon, add cabbage to pork and toss to combine. If desired, skim fat from some of the cooking juices; stir juices into pork mixture or serve on the side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 227 calories, Fat 13g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 72mg cholesterol, Sodium 622mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

CROCK POT KALUA PORK



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This EASY 3-ingredient slow cooker dish has become a staple in my house! It's SO easy, family-friendly and it makes enough for several meals.

Provided by Gina

Categories     Dinner

Time 12h5m

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 to 3 lb trimmed pork shoulder blade roast
1 tbsp liquid mesquite smoke
coarse red Hawaiian sea salt (any sea salt would work)

Steps:

  • Place pork in the crock pot and stab it all over with the tip of a knife. Rub sea salt all over pork. Drizzle the liquid smoke all over and set crock pot to low; cook until the meat is tender, about 12 to 16 hours.
  • Remove from crock pot and place on a large platter. Remove any fat you may have missed and shred pork with two forks. Discard liquid reserving a little as needed to keep pork moist.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 3 oz, Calories 197 kcal, Protein 20 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Cholesterol 72 mg, Sodium 65 mg

KALUA PORK



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At any Hawaiian luau, kalua pork will always be there. Learn how to make kalua pork using a crock pot or slowcooker. This is such a simple recipe that any beginner cook or chef could do it.

Provided by Ono Hawaiian Recipes

Categories     Main Course

Time 8h10m

Number Of Ingredients 3

6 lb pork butt (or pork shoulder)
1 1/2 tbsp Hawaiian salt (sea salt works too)
1 cabbage head (optional)

Steps:

  • Rub the salt all over the pork butt.
  • Add it to the crock pot and pour in the liquid smoke flavoring on top of it.
  • Select low heat for 8 hours. Half way through flip the pork. Cut up a head of a cabbage and set aside.
  • 30 minutes before the crock pot finishes cooking, add in the cabbage.
  • Shred the meat with two forks. Take off all the meat around the bound and discard it. Serve and enjoy!

CROCK POT KALUA PORK



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One of our favorite things at our local Hawaiian Mix Plate! Prep time includes the sitting overnight in the fridge. This definitely isn't a "quick" recipe but it is worth the wait.

Provided by QueenJellyBean

Categories     Pork

Time 18h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

5 lbs pork butt (or shoulder)
1 tablespoon liquid smoke (or soy sauce)
2 garlic cloves, crushed
3 tablespoons hawaiian salt (or sea salt)

Steps:

  • Cut slits in pork and rub with salt, garlic & liquid smoke or soy sauce. Wrap in plastic and let in rest overnight in the fridge.
  • 10-12 hours before serving, place in crockpot. Add an inch of water. Turn crockpot on low and leave it to cook for 10-12 hours, flipping pork over halfway through.
  • Remove from the crockpot and shred with two forks.
  • Eat as is or on a sandwich or even stir fried quickly with some shredded cabbage!

HOMESTYLE KALUA PORK WITH CABBAGE IN A SLOW COOKER



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Inspired by the luaus in Hawaii, I set out to make an easy, tasty slow-cooker version of kalua pork. The meat is fall-off-the-bone yummy. This recipe is not overly smoky, but you may add more smoke if you like. Serve with rice, buns, or poi.

Provided by Mei

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pork     100+ Pulled Pork Recipes

Time 10h40m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground ginger
1 (5 pound) bone-in pork shoulder roast
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon liquid smoke flavoring
½ large head cabbage, shredded

Steps:

  • Mix kosher salt, black pepper, and ground ginger in a bowl; rub evenly into surface of pork roast; place seasoned roast in a slow cooker.
  • Stir soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and liquid smoke together in a bowl; pour over the pork roast.
  • Cook on Low 10 hours. Add cabbage to the pork and sauce in the slow cooker; cook another 30 minutes. Shred pork to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501.5 calories, Carbohydrate 4.8 g, Cholesterol 129.8 mg, Fat 40.6 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 30.2 g, SaturatedFat 14.1 g, Sodium 3899.2 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

KALUA PIG IN A SLOW COOKER



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This is a simple way of making traditional Hawaiian kalua pig without having to dig a hole in your back yard.

Provided by Sandi From CA

Categories     Pork

Time 20h10m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 (6 lb) pork butt
1 1/2 tablespoons hawaiian sea salt
1 tablespoon liquid smoke flavoring

Steps:

  • Pierce pork all over with a carving fork.
  • Rub salt then liquid smoke over meat.
  • Place roast in a slow cooker.
  • Cover, and cook on Low for 16 to 20 hours, turning once during cooking time.
  • Remove meat from slow cooker, and shred, adding drippings as needed to moisten.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 503.5, Fat 35.6, SaturatedFat 12.3, Cholesterol 149.7, Sodium 138.3, Protein 42.5

Tips:

  • Choose a pork shoulder or butt roast with a good amount of marbling. This will help keep the meat moist and flavorful during the long cooking process.
  • Don't skimp on the Hawaiian salt. It's an essential ingredient that gives kalua pig its distinctive flavor.
  • If you don't have banana leaves, you can use aluminum foil to wrap the pork. Just be sure to poke a few holes in the foil so that the steam can escape.
  • Cook the pork on low heat for at least 8 hours, or until it is fall-apart tender. The longer you cook it, the better it will taste.
  • Serve kalua pig with traditional Hawaiian sides like poi, haupia, and lomi lomi salmon.

Conclusion:

Kalua pig is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed at any time of year. Whether you're hosting a luau or just looking for a new way to cook pork, this recipe is sure to please. So fire up your slow cooker and give it a try!

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