Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Sandwiches with Pineapple Relish
July 23, 2024
Pork roast slow-cooked to perfection, served on buns and topped with a tropical-inspired pineapple relish. A sweet and savory twist on pulled pork sandwiches that your whole family will love!
Ingredients
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1boneless pork butt or shoulder (about 5 pounds)
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L&B Island Breeze Seasoning
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1cup sliced onion
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Cherry tomatoes
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2cups water or chicken stock
For the grilled pineapple relish:
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Oil, for cooking
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1fresh pineapple, peeled, cored and cut into 1-inch slices
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2tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
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1tablespoon peeled and grated fresh ginger
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1lime, juiced
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1jalapeño, seeded and diced
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1/2red onion, diced
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Kosher salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Directions
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1
For the roast pork: In a skillet over high heat, sear the pork on all sides until fully browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to slow cooker.
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2
Reduce heat to medium and add 1 cup of sliced onions to the skillet. Cook until softened and translucent.
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3
To the skillet, add cherry tomatoes and L&B Island Breeze Seasoning. Increase heat to medium-high and cook for 2-3 minutes.
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4
Slowly add the water or stock to the skillet, scraping the bottom of pan to deglaze.
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5
Add the onion-tomato mixture to the slow cooker and cook on low for 5-6 hours or on high for 3-4 hours, until pork is cooked through and tender. Pull apart with two forks or chop.
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6
For the pineapple salsa: Brush each side of the pineapple slices with oil.
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7
Grill or sauté until dark grill marks appear or pineapple becomes glazed and dark brown, 3-5 minutes per side.
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8
Chop the pineapple and add it to a bowl with cilantro, ginger, lime juice, jalapeño and onions. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Recipe adapted from Food Network