Cinnamon-Ginger Whole30 Pulled Pork with Pineapple
Fall-apart pork shoulder braised in a sweet-tangy pineapple-ginger glaze, perfect for lettuce wraps or over roasted sweet potatoes. This american-inspired slow cooker (whole30) ready in about 495 minutes pairs pork shoulder, pineapple chunks, grated fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs pork shoulder
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 2 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 3 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Place 1.5 lbs pork shoulder in the slow cooker, rubbing with 1 tsp sea salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 2: Mix 1 cup pineapple chunks, 2 tbsp grated fresh ginger, 3 tbsp coconut aminos, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, and 1 tsp cinnamon in a bowl, then spoon over pork.
- Step 3: Cook on LOW for 8 hours until pork is fork-tender and easily shreds.
- Step 4: Remove pork, shred with two forks, and return to sauce. Stir in 1 tsp garlic powder until well combined.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Cinnamon-Ginger Whole30 Pulled Pork with Pineapple take to make?
Total time is about 495 minutes (15 min prep + 480 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Cinnamon-Ginger Whole30 Pulled Pork with Pineapple?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pork shoulder from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cinnamon-Ginger Whole30 Pulled Pork with Pineapple?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cinnamon-Ginger Whole30 Pulled Pork with Pineapple for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Cinnamon-Ginger Whole30 Pulled Pork with Pineapple whole30?
Yes — this recipe is tagged whole30 based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
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Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
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Enjoyable meal. Instructions could be a touch more detailed on the timing.
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Not bad. Would need significant modifications to make it a regular.
