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Slow Cooker Carolina Pulled Pork Lettuce Wraps

8 hr slow cooker ยท 15 min hands-on4 servings๐Ÿณ slow cookerPicky-eater safe bet: fruit$19.00560 cal ยท 44g protein

Ingredients

  • boneless pork shoulder3 lb
  • apple cider vinegarยพ cup
  • smoked paprika1 tbsp
  • red pepper flakes1 tsp
  • garlic powder1 tsp
  • Bibb lettuce2 heads
  • coleslaw mix14 oz
  • mayonnaiseโ…“ cup
  • salt and black pepper1 tsp

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rub the pork all over with smoked paprika, garlic powder, 2 tsp salt and pepper. Place in the slow cooker with half the vinegar.

  2. 2

    Cook on low 8 hours (or high 5) until the pork shreds easily with a fork.

  3. 3

    Shred the pork, discarding any big fat pieces, and toss with the remaining vinegar, the red pepper flakes and a ladle of the cooking juices. Keep some unsauced for kids who want it plain.

  4. 4

    Stir the coleslaw mix with mayo, a splash of vinegar and a pinch of salt.

  5. 5

    Spoon the pork into lettuce cups and top with slaw.

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