Follow these steps for perfect results
Pork Shoulder
trimmed
Kosher Salt
Pepper
Paprika
Cheyenne Pepper
Oregano
Banana
whole, unopened
Pineapple-Orange Juice
Soy Sauce
Worcestershire Sauce
Molasses
Rub pork shoulder with salt mixture, ensuring to slice areas and press the salt mixture deep into the meat.
Place the pork shoulder, salt mixture, banana, pineapple-orange juice, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and molasses into a crock-pot.
Cook on high for 1 hour, then reduce heat to low and cook for 6-8 hours. Turn meat once or twice during cooking to keep it moist.
Remove the pork from the crock-pot and discard the banana remains.
Shred the pork and serve.
Expert advice for the best results
Adjust the amount of Cheyenne pepper to control the spiciness.
For a richer flavor, sear the pork shoulder before placing it in the crock-pot.
Serve with rice and pineapple salsa.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made a day in advance
Serve on a platter garnished with fresh cilantro and pineapple chunks.
Serve with rice, coleslaw, and a side of grilled pineapple.
Serve on Hawaiian rolls as sliders.
Serve with a tropical salsa.
Cuts through the richness of the pork
Complements the tropical flavors
Discover the story behind this recipe
Fusion of Hawaiian and Latin American cooking styles
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