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Entrees
American/Latin Fusion
8-10 servings
20 minutes
8 hours
Tender, slow-cooked pork gets a delicious citrus twist in this Shredded Pork with Cocktail Grapefruit Glaze! Pork shoulder is seasoned with smoky spices and simmered in a sweet and tangy sauce made with fresh Cocktail Grapefruit juice, brown sugar, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar. The result is juicy, flavorful pulled pork with a bright citrus finish, perfect for tacos, sandwiches, or serving over rice.
3-4 lbs. pork shoulder (boneless, trimmed)
3 cocktail grapefruits (juiced, zest reserved)
1 large onion (sliced)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tbsp olive oil
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp black pepper
Salt to taste
Prep the Pork
Rub the pork shoulder with smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
Sear
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork on all sides until browned (about 3-4 minutes per side).
Slow Cook
Place sliced onions and garlic at the bottom of a slow cooker. Add the seared pork on top.
Make the Sauce
In a bowl, whisk together grapefruit juice, grapefruit zest, brown sugar, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Pour over the pork.
Cook
Cover and cook on low for 8 hours (or high for 4-5 hours) until the pork is tender and easily shreds.
Shred
Remove the pork, shred with forks, and return to the slow cooker. Stir to coat with the juices.
Serve
Enjoy on tacos, sandwiches, or over rice with fresh cilantro and extra grapefruit zest for a bright finish.
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