Pulled Pork Lettuce Cups

These Pulled Pork Lettuce Cups are a flavorful and healthy twist on traditional pulled pork sandwiches, served in crisp lettuce leaves instead of bread. Perfect for a low-carb lunch, they are easy to make and packed with protein and savory spices.

Ingredients

• pork shoulder - 300 grams
• olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• onion powder - 1 teaspoon
• cayenne pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• salt - 1 teaspoon
• black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• apple cider vinegar - 2 tablespoons
• water - 100 milliliters
• butter lettuce leaves - 8 large leaves
• sliced avocado - 100 grams
• cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• fresh cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 150°C (300°F).
2. In a small bowl, mix together the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
3. Rub the spice mixture all over the pork shoulder, ensuring it is well coated.
4. In a large oven-safe pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the pork shoulder on all sides until browned, about 3-4 minutes per side.
5. Remove the pot from heat and add apple cider vinegar and water to the pot.
6. Cover the pot with a lid and transfer it to the preheated oven. Cook for approximately 2 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shredded.
7. Once cooked, remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. Shred the meat using two forks.
8. To assemble, take a butter lettuce leaf and fill it with shredded pork, sliced avocado, and halved cherry tomatoes.
9. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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