This Paleo Instant Pot Pulled Pork in melt in your mouth good! Moist, tender, and so flavorful. Whole30, gluten free, dairy free, and low fodmap.
I made this twice- once with pork loin and once with pork butt (shoulder). Both came out flavorful, but the butt has so much more moisture thanks to the fat. The loin just seemed a little too dry and begged for sauce. These pictures are WITHOUT sauce and you can see how juicy it is. You can add your favorite barbecue sauce on it if you want, but it doesn't necessarily need it.
Instant Pot for quick tender meat
The Instant Pot pulls through again. Making the pork juicy and tender in just 40 minutes! You do want to let it naturally release to avoid dry or tough meat. Then shred it in the pot, and cook it down for 10 minutes to let the meat really soak up those juices. Only a few tablespoons of water is used, which might not seem like enough, but it is! A lot of juices are released in the cooking and it's not dry at all.
There is no sugar added to this at all making it totally Whole30 compliant. Usually pulled pork is loaded with extra sugar between the rub and the sauce, but leaving it out just means letting the other flavors shine through.
Low-FODMAP Pulled Pork
Like most recipes lately, this is low fodmap which means no onion or garlic. I did use garlic oil plus lots of seasonings so it's definitely not bland. You can use a chopped onion and fresh garlic if you want- that would be delicious!
This would be good served over a sweet potato, or white potato, or make a salad/bowl like we did. It makes leftovers for days so it's perfect for meal prep 🙂
Here are more Instant Pot recipes you'll enjoy: Paleo Beef Barbacoa (Chipotle Copycat), Paleo Whole30 Chicken Curry, Paleo Whole30 Pot Roast.
It's not needed, but if you want to make some barbecue sauce to go along with this, here is my popular Paleo Whole30 Barbecue Sauce.
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Paleo Instant Pot Pulled Pork
Ingredients
- 3-4 pounds pork butt
- 1 tablespoon garlic oil*
- 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons salt
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 6 tablespoons water
Instructions
- Cut the pork into large chunks- about 7 or 8 total. Place in the instant pot and top with garlic oil.
- In a small bowl, combine paprika, salt, cumin, oregano, black pepper, and cayenne. Mix and dump over pork. Stir to make sure all the pork is covered in the seasoning. Add in the water and place the top on.
- Make sure the valve is closes, hit the "manual" button and increase time to 40 minutes. Let cook.
- Once done cooking, let natural release for at least 10 minutes. Hit "cancel" and release the pressure valve. Carefully open the top and shred the pork completely.
- Hit "sauté" and cook down for 10 minutes.
Julie says
This is the BEST pulled pork recipe I’ve tried! It is so versatile as well! I’m currently eating it with my eggs and fruit for breakfast!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Julie! I'm so glad you like it and I love that you have it for breakfast! Yum!
Margie Annis says
I was very pleased that I was able to make this delicious dish. It has a unique flavor. I didn't have any oregano so I used a fancy italian season mix. Next time I am going to leave it out. Putting a little vinegar on the finished product pleased my husband. Thank you! Great recipe!
Jessica DeMay says
You're welcome, Margie!
Jessica A says
Loved this!! It may have even been better the next day!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks, Jessica!
Jennifer Jun says
So good, everyone loved it and asked for the recipe!
Jessica DeMay says
Thanks for trying it, Jennifer! So glad it was enjoyed!
Lisa says
Would this recipe work with pork tenderloin?
Jessica DeMay says
Yes, but it will not be as moist.
Kris says
Hi Jessica, how long in a crock pot. I am late to the instant pot game. Thanks!
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Kris- I would say 6-8 hours on low.
Mary Lou says
Hi just bought a pork butt at local farmer's market and it is pasture raised (the best). I found this recipe and am going to make tonight! I think mine is less than 3 pounds, would cooking time be less? I need to check it on the package. i plan to use as BBQ and we are not following paleo diet so we will add BBQ sauce to taste.
another question, is the oregano fresh or dried? All I have on hand is dried.
Thanks much!
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Mary Lou- I hope I'm responding in time! Probably not, still cut it in large chunks and it should be the same. It's dried oregano. I hope you love it!
Dana says
HI- JUST added this to my pot....just want to be sure...only 6 Tablespoons of water? Thank you!!
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Dana- yes, just 6 tablespoons. Hope you love it!
Dana says
It was delicious!! We all loved it! It had a mexican vibe! Thank you!!
Jack @ BBQRecipez.com says
This was AMAZING and a hit. My friend said it tastes like Hawaiian Kahlua Pork. Thank you so much for sharing.
Jessica DeMay says
You're welcome, Jack! Thanks for trying my recipe!
Emily says
Could you make this in a slow cooker?
Jessica DeMay says
Hi Emily- yes, just place all the ingredients in the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours or high for 3-4. I hope you enjoy!