Slow-Cooker Pulled Pork Tenderloin
with slaw and avocados
We know you want to ring in 2015 with flavorful pulled pork! Get dressed up and enjoy it with a glass of champagne.
Smarts: We're doubling for an easy and warm New Year's Day soup.
Smarts: We're doubling for an easy and warm New Year's Day soup.
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Slow-Cooker Pulled Pork Tenderloin:
- Pork tenderloins - 2 1/2 lbs
- Chili powder - 2 tsp
- Coriander - 2 tsp
- Cumin - 1 1/2 tsp
- Paprika - 1 tsp
- Maple syrup - 1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp
- Apple cider vinegar - 1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp
- Red cabbage - 4 cups , sliced
- Cooking oil - 2 Tbsp
- Avocados - 1 , cubed
- Limes - 1/2 , sliced into wedges
Prep
- Pork tenderloins - Divide into smaller pieces. We want to increase the surface area for more flavor to seep in. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and tenderize with a fork. (Can be done up to 1 day ahead)
- Make flavoring - Mix together chili powder, coriander, cumin, paprika, first part of maple syrup and first part of apple cider vinegar.
- Slow-cook pork - Optional step, sear pork pieces in some heated oil until golden. Transfer to slow-cooker with the flavoring, and slow-cook for 6 to 8 hours on low.
- Cabbage - Slice. (Can be done up to 4 days ahead)
- Make slaw - Mix together second part of apple cider vinegar, second part of maple syrup, and oil. Toss cabbage with dressing and some salt and pepper. (Can be done up to 3 days ahead)
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Make
- When pork is done, break it apart with a fork and return to slow-cooker and let sit in its juices for ~15 more minutes. Season to taste with salt, pepper, and any of the other spices.
- Cube avocado. Enjoy pulled pork top with slaw, avocado, and lime wedges. Reserve 1/3 of the pulled pork for tomorrow’s soup.
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