This Crohn’s-Appropriate BBQ Pulled Pork is a slow-cooked classic made gut-friendly with homemade Paleo BBQ sauce. Tender pork shoulder is cooked low and slow until it shreds effortlessly, creating a smoky, juicy dish that’s perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Pair it with Paleo coleslaw and roasted parsnips for a complete meal.
Serves: 6–8
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 8 hours (slow cooker)
Ingredients
- 1 pork shoulder
- 1–3 cups Paleo BBQ Sauce ([click here for recipe] — avoid commercial sauces for SCD compliance)
Instructions
- Place pork shoulder in a crock pot.
- Generously coat with Paleo BBQ sauce.
- Cook on low heat for 8 hours, basting occasionally with additional sauce.
- Once tender, shred the pork with two forks and mix with more BBQ sauce to taste.
- Serve hot with Paleo sides like creamy coleslaw and roasted parsnips.
Notes
- Paleo
- SCD Appropriate
- Appropriate for the Roadmap to Health for IBD Sufferers
- Appropriate for the Roadmap to Health
- Gluten-Free
Note: Cooking low and slow ensures the pork becomes fall-apart tender. Using homemade Paleo BBQ sauce keeps the dish free from refined sugar, gluten, and additives, making it both gut-friendly and flavorful.
