Slow Cooker Citrus-Ginger Pork Shoulder

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-19 · Updated 2026-06-19

Aromatic pork shoulder slow-cooked with fresh ginger and citrus juices until tender and flavorful, perfect for slicing or shredding. This Caribbean-inspired Whole30 recipe (gluten free, dairy free), ready in about 495 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, fresh ginger, orange juice for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. 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, boneless pork shoulder
• 2 tbsp, grated fresh ginger
• 1/2 cup, freshly squeezed orange juice
• 1/4 cup, freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 4 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup, chopped (for garnish) fresh cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Rub 3 lbs boneless pork shoulder all over with 1 1/2 tsp sea salt, 1 tsp black pepper, and 2 tbsp grated fresh ginger.
2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork shoulder for 3-4 minutes per side until browned and caramelized.
3. Step 3: Transfer pork shoulder to a slow cooker. Add 4 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice, and 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice.
4. Step 4: Cook on low for 8 hours until pork is fork-tender and easily shredded.
5. Step 5: Remove pork from slow cooker and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing or shredding. Spoon pan juices over meat and garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro before serving.