Experience a taste of Hawaii with this easy-to-make slow cooker Kalua Pork recipe. This dish is known for its tender and smoky flavor, traditionally cooked in an imu (underground oven) with hot rocks and banana leaves.
Ingredients
- 3-4 lb pork shoulder roast
- 1 tbsp liquid smoke
- 1 tbsp Hawaiian sea salt
- Banana leaves (optional)
Directions
- Rub the pork roast with liquid smoke and sea salt, making sure it's coated on all sides.
- Wrap the pork in banana leaves, if using, and place it in the slow cooker.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours until the pork is tender and easily shreddable.
- Once cooked, shred the pork using two forks and mix it with the juicy cooking liquid.
- Serve the Kalua Pork with steamed rice and macaroni salad for a traditional Hawaiian plate lunch.
Interesting Facts
Kalua Pork is a staple dish in Hawaiian luaus and celebrations.
Liquid smoke is used to mimic the smoky flavor of Kalua Pork traditionally cooked in an imu.
Hawaiian sea salt, known as Alaea salt, adds a unique flavor to the dish.