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Crockpot Pulled Pork Bowls

Mouthwatering Crockpot Pulled Pork Bowls for Cozy Nights

Delicious Crockpot Pulled Pork Bowls made with tender pork and rich barbecue sauce, perfect for cozy dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 8 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner Ideas
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pork
  • 3 to 4 pounds pork shoulder a fatty cut that becomes incredibly tender when slow-cooked
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil helps to brown the onions
  • 1 medium onion diced finely
  • 4 cloves garlic minced fresh garlic
For the Sauce
  • 1 cup barbecue sauce pick your favorite
  • ¼ cup apple cider vinegar balances sweetness
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar adds subtle sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce enhances umami
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika introduces smokiness
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder adds a hint of heat
  • 1 teaspoon cumin contributes earthy note
  • to taste salt for flavor
  • to taste pepper for flavor
For the Bowls
  • 4 cups cooked rice or quinoa the base
  • 2 cups coleslaw mix provides crunch
  • ¼ cup green onions sliced for garnish
Optional Toppings
  • to taste pickles for extra crunch
  • to taste additional barbecue sauce for extra flavor
  • to taste jalapeños for a spicy kick

Equipment

  • Crockpot
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced onion and cook for about 5 minutes until translucent.
  2. Add minced garlic to skillet and cook for another minute until golden and aromatic.
  3. Season pork shoulder with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, chili powder, and cumin. Rub spices into meat.
  4. Transfer onion and garlic mixture into the bottom of the crockpot. Place the seasoned pork on top.
  5. In a bowl, mix barbecue sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and Worcestershire sauce until blended.
  6. Pour the sauce mixture evenly over the pork in the crockpot, ensuring it's well-coated.
  7. Cover crockpot and cook on low for 8 to 10 hours or high for 4 to 5 hours until fork-tender.
  8. Remove pork from the crockpot, let rest for a few minutes, then shred with two forks.
  9. Return shredded pork to the crockpot, mixing with remaining juices.
  10. To serve, add cooked rice or quinoa to each bowl, top with shredded pork, coleslaw mix, and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve immediately for best flavor and freshness. Customize toppings to personal preference.

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