Pineapple and Jerk-Spiced Pulled Pork Tacos with Mango Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-17 · Updated 2026-06-17

Slow-cooked pulled pork rubbed with jerk spices and pineapple, served in warm tortillas topped with a vibrant mango salsa for a tropical twist on tacos. This Caribbean-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 500 minutes, pairs pork shoulder (boneless), jerk seasoning, pineapple juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 6, 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

• 3 lbs pork shoulder (boneless)
• 3 tbsp jerk seasoning
• 1 cup pineapple juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 12 corn tortillas
• 1 large ripe mango, peeled and diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced

The slow cooker we’d leave this in all day → Best Slow Cookers in 2026: Top Picks + Buying Guide

Instructions

1. Step 1: Rub 3 lbs boneless pork shoulder all over with 3 tbsp jerk seasoning, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Place in slow cooker and pour 1 cup pineapple juice over the top.
2. Step 2: Cook on low for 8 hours or until pork is very tender and shreds easily with a fork.
3. Step 3: While pork cooks, combine 1 large diced mango, 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, 1 small minced jalapeño, and 2 tbsp lime juice in a bowl. Stir well and refrigerate to let flavors meld.
4. Step 4: When pork is done, shred it with two forks in the slow cooker and toss with cooking juices.
5. Step 5: Warm 12 corn tortillas on a dry skillet over medium heat for 30 seconds per side until pliable and slightly charred.
6. Step 6: Assemble tacos by dividing shredded pork evenly among tortillas and topping each with a spoonful of mango salsa.