Mexican Pulled Pork
Slow cooker Mexican pulled pork, a perfect recipe for people new to the kitchen and seasoned chefs alike. Although pork has a reputation for being unhealthy, lean cuts of pork such as lean pork tenderloin, are as lean and low in calories as chicken breast. It’s also a terrific source of B vitamins, iron and protein. Prepared in a slow cooker or crock pot, the rich flavors of this dish are able to develop without heating up your home and driving up your utility bill. Try making a big batch on the weekend, storing the pulled pork in the fridge and using it in different recipes through the week.
Place pork tenderloin in slow cooker. Sprinkle with taco seasoning. Do not add any liquid. Cover and cook on low heat for 10-12 hours.
Discard any liquid and visible fat. Shred with forks or hand mixer. Add enchilada sauce and green chilies. Still to combine completely.
Add to salad, burritos, or serve alone with vegetables and serving of complex carbohydrate.
Serving Size 4 oz
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 178
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 5g8%
- Saturated Fat 1g5%
- Total Carbohydrate 10g4%
- Dietary Fiber 1g4%
- Protein 24g48%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Ingredients
Directions
Place pork tenderloin in slow cooker. Sprinkle with taco seasoning. Do not add any liquid. Cover and cook on low heat for 10-12 hours.
Discard any liquid and visible fat. Shred with forks or hand mixer. Add enchilada sauce and green chilies. Still to combine completely.
Add to salad, burritos, or serve alone with vegetables and serving of complex carbohydrate.
