Crock Pot Gluten-Free Pulled Pork

This Crock Pot Gluten-Free Pulled Pork is a smoky and tender recipe, which uses chipotle paste and dark brown sugar. It’s a no-fuss take on the classic, ready in about 6 hours and 5 minutes.

Crock Pot Gluten-Free Pulled Pork Ingredients

• 1.3kg pork shoulder
• 75g chipotle paste
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp dark brown sugar
• 2 tbsp tomato ketchup
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

How To Make Crock Pot Gluten-Free Pulled Pork

1. Prep the pork: Remove the skin and any large pieces of fat from the pork shoulder. Place it in the slow cooker.
2. Make the marinade: In a bowl, mix the chipotle paste, honey, brown sugar, ketchup, and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
3. Coat the pork: Pour the marinade over the pork and rub it in well with your fingers. Let it marinate overnight if possible, or cook immediately if needed.
4. Slow cook the pork: Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 5–6 hours until the pork is very tender.
5. Shred the meat: Remove the pork and shred it with two forks. Return the shredded pork to the cooker and mix it well with the juices.
6. Serve: Serve hot in gluten-free buns with coleslaw and cheese, or use in wraps or over baked potatoes.

Recipe Tips

• Can I marinate the pork overnight?
  Yes, marinating overnight helps deepen the flavor, but you can cook it right away if needed.
• What if I don’t have chipotle paste?
  Substitute with smoked paprika and a bit of chili powder for a similar smoky kick.
• How to make pulled pork in the oven:
  Cook in a covered pot at 150°C (130°C Fan) or Gas Mark 2 for 4–6 hours.
• How to keep pulled pork moist:
  Always mix the shredded pork back into the cooking juices for maximum flavor and moisture.
• How to scale the recipe:
  Adjust the marinade ingredients proportionally based on the weight of your pork.

What To Serve With Pulled Pork

This flavorful pork goes great with:

• Gluten-free buns or wraps
• Creamy coleslaw
• Jacket potatoes
• Cornbread
• Pickled onions or gherkins

How To Store Pulled Pork

Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat thoroughly before serving.

Freeze: Portion the pork into freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost and reheat fully before eating.

Pulled Pork Nutrition Facts

• Calories: Approx. 450 per serving
• Protein: 30g
• Fat: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Sugar: 12g
• Fiber: 1g
• Sodium: 600mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I make this pulled pork less spicy?
Yes, use less chipotle paste or swap it for a milder barbecue sauce.

Can I use a different cut of pork?
Yes, pork butt or pork leg also works, but pork shoulder is ideal for pulling.

How do I reheat pulled pork without drying it out?
Reheat it gently with a splash of water or stock, covered, to retain moisture.

Can I use a pressure cooker instead?
Yes, cook on high pressure for about 60–70 minutes, then shred and mix with juices.

Try More Recipes:

• Crock Pot Country Style Pork Ribs
• Crock Pot Chile Verde Pork
• Crock Pot Carolina Pulled Pork

Crock Pot Gluten-Free Pulled Pork

Recipe by Robert Course: DinnerCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

6

servings

Prep time

5

minutes

Cooking time

6

hours 

Calories

450

kcal

A smoky, tender pulled pork recipe made in the slow cooker with chipotle and honey.

Ingredients

• 1.3kg pork shoulder
  

• 75g chipotle paste
  

• 2 tbsp honey
  

• 2 tbsp dark brown sugar
  

• 2 tbsp tomato ketchup
  

• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  

Directions

• Remove skin and excess fat from pork and place in slow cooker.
  
• Mix chipotle paste, honey, brown sugar, ketchup, and vinegar into a smooth paste.
  
• Rub marinade all over pork. Marinate overnight if possible.
  
• Cook on low for 5–6 hours until the meat is tender.
  
• Shred pork with forks and mix with juices in the pot.
  
• Serve hot in gluten-free buns, wraps, or with jacket potatoes.