Slow Cooker Citrus-Garlic Pulled Pork

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-01 · Updated 2026-08-01

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Tender pulled pork infused with bright citrus and garlic flavors, slow-cooked to perfection for an easy and flavorful meal. This Latin American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 495 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, orange juice, lime juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 480 min Serves 6 Latin American cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

3 pounds pork shoulder
1 cup orange juice
1/4 cup lime juice
6 garlic cloves, minced
1 tbsp ground cumin
1 tbsp smoked paprika
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
1/2 cup chicken broth

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, combine 6 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp ground cumin, 1 tbsp smoked paprika, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Rub this spice and garlic mix evenly over the surface of 3 pounds pork shoulder.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork shoulder on all sides until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side, to develop a caramelized crust.
Step 3: Transfer the seared pork shoulder to a slow cooker. Pour 1 cup orange juice, 1/4 cup lime juice, and 1/2 cup chicken broth over the pork.
Step 4: Cover and cook on low heat for 8 hours or until the pork is fork-tender and easily shreds.
Step 5: Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded pork to the slow cooker and stir to coat with the cooking juices before serving.