Hawaiian Pork

Transport your taste buds to the tropics with this irresistible Hawaiian Pork recipe, a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Tender, slow-cooked boneless pork shoulder is seasoned with a simple spice rub and braised in a luscious pineapple-infused sauce made with soy sauce, brown sugar, fresh ginger, and garlic. The result? Meltingly soft, shredded pork coated in a glossy, flavor-packed glaze. Served over a bed of fluffy white rice and garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, this dish is a show-stopping dinner that's perfect for weeknights or special occasions. With minimal prep time and oven-braising magic, this tropical-inspired recipe delivers bold flavor without the fuss. Keywords: Hawaiian Pork recipe, slow-cooked pork, pineapple pork, tropical dinner ideas, shredded pork.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:195 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 lbs pork shoulder (boneless)
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 cup canned pineapple chunks with juice
• 0.25 cup soy sauce
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp ginger (fresh, minced)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 tbsp water (for cornstarch slurry)
• 2 stalks green onions (sliced)
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional for garnish)
• 4 cups cooked white rice (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Rub this seasoning mixture all over the pork shoulder.

Step 3

Heat a large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the pork shoulder on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from heat.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, mix the pineapple chunks (with juice), soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, minced ginger, and minced garlic.

Step 5

Pour the pineapple mixture over the seared pork shoulder in the skillet or Dutch oven.

Step 6

Cover with a lid or tightly with aluminum foil. Place in the preheated oven and cook for 2.5 to 3 hours, until the pork is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork.

Step 7

Once the pork is cooked, transfer it to a cutting board and shred it into bite-sized pieces using two forks.

Step 8

Skim excess fat from the liquid in the skillet. Place the skillet on the stove over medium heat and bring the sauce to a simmer.

Step 9

In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch and water to create a slurry. Gradually whisk this into the simmering sauce, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 10

Return the shredded pork to the skillet, mixing it with the thickened sauce until fully coated and warmed through.

Step 11

Serve the Hawaiian pork over a bed of cooked white rice. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2336.9 grams (2336.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3954

Total Fat 189.10g	242%
Saturated Fat 64.80g	324%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 635mg	212%
Sodium 5247mg	228%
Total Carbohydrate 367.40g	134%
Dietary Fiber 9.80g	35%
Total Sugars 64.50g
Protein 199.70g	399%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 402mg	31%
Iron 26mg	146%
Potassium 3541mg	75%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.9%

Protein: 20.1%

Carbs: 37.0%