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Pulled Pork Protein Crockpot Recipe

A rich, smoky, plant-based pulled “pork” cooked in the crockpot with spices, onions, and tangy sauce for a high-protein, hands-free dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 260
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • Vegan pulled pork jackfruit or soy-based – 2 cups, shredded
  • Onion – 1 medium sliced
  • Garlic – 1 tbsp minced
  • Tomato puree – ½ cup
  • Vegetable broth – ½ cup
  • Olive oil – 1 tbsp
Sauce Mix
  • Smoked paprika – 1 tsp
  • Chili powder – ½ tsp
  • Cumin – ½ tsp
  • Soy sauce – 1 tbsp
  • Maple syrup – 1 tbsp
  • Salt – ½ tsp
  • Pepper – ¼ tsp

Method
 

  1. Place vegan pulled pork, onion, and garlic into the crockpot.
  2. Add tomato puree, vegetable broth, and olive oil.
  3. In a small bowl, combine smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, soy sauce, maple syrup, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the sauce mix into the crockpot.
  5. Stir gently to coat everything.
  6. Cook on LOW for 4 hours.
  7. Shred lightly with a fork if using jackfruit.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  9. Serve with rice, buns, or wraps.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 260
  • Total Fat: 9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 32 g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Protein: 14 g

Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Iron: 18%
  • Vitamin C: 22%
  • Folate: 14%
  • Potassium: 17%
  • Magnesium: 10%

Additional Notes / Tips

  • Add extra chili powder for more heat.
  • Swap maple syrup with brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
  • Add a splash of lime for brightness.
  • Serve in lettuce cups for a low-carb option.