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Slow Cooker Pineapple Pork

A sweet-and-salty pulled pork dish that’s tender and tangy, perfect for feeding a crowd and easy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds pork shoulder (bone-in or boneless)
  • 20 ounces canned crushed pineapple, undrained
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce use low-sodium if preferred
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon minced ginger or 1 teaspoon ground ginger or 1 tablespoon ginger paste
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For Serving
  • Cooked rice for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the pork shoulder in the slow cooker. Season lightly with a bit of salt and pepper.
  2. In a bowl, mix together the crushed pineapple (with juice), soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. Whisk until the sugar dissolves.
  3. Pour the mixture over the pork, turning the meat so it is well coated on all sides.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours, or until the pork is very tender and pulls apart easily.
  2. Remove the pork to a cutting board and shred with two forks, discarding any excessive fat or bone.
  3. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix it into the sauce. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
  4. If the sauce is too thin, remove the lid and cook on high for 15-30 minutes to reduce.
  5. Serve hot over cooked rice, spooning plenty of sauce on top.

Notes

For gluten-free, swap soy sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. If short on time, cook on high for 3-4 hours but check for tenderness sooner.