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Healthy Keto Pulled Pork Lettuce Wraps Recipe with Easy Low-Carb BBQ Sauce

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Tender pulled pork slow-cooked and coated in a tangy, smoky low-carb BBQ sauce, served in crisp butter lettuce leaves for a healthy, keto-friendly wrap.

Ingredients

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  • 2 to 3 lbs pork shoulder (900–1350 g), well-marbled
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp chili powder (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Low-Carb BBQ Sauce:
  • 6 oz tomato paste (170 g)
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp liquid smoke
  • 2 tbsp granulated erythritol or monk fruit sweetener
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 cup water (60 ml)
  • 1 head butter lettuce leaves
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley (optional, for garnish)
  • Pickled jalapeños or sliced avocado (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels. Mix garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Rub the spice blend all over the pork.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork shoulder on each side until deep golden-brown, about 2-3 minutes per side.
  3. Transfer the pork to a slow cooker. Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 4 hours until tender. Alternatively, cook in an Instant Pot on high pressure for 60 minutes, then natural release.
  4. While the pork cooks, whisk together tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, liquid smoke, erythritol sweetener, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and water in a saucepan. Simmer over medium heat for 8-10 minutes until thickened, adjusting water for desired consistency.
  5. Remove pork from slow cooker and shred using two forks. Discard excess fat or bone.
  6. Pour BBQ sauce over shredded pork and toss to coat evenly.
  7. Separate and wash butter lettuce leaves, pat dry. Spoon pulled pork mixture into each leaf and garnish with cilantro, pickled jalapeños, or avocado if desired.

Notes

If the sauce is too thick, add more water or broth to loosen. If too thin, simmer longer. Dry lettuce leaves thoroughly to avoid soggy wraps. Leftovers reheat best in a skillet with a splash of water or broth. Avoid microwaving to prevent drying out the meat. For soy-free, substitute Worcestershire sauce with coconut aminos. For nut-free, avoid almond flour thickeners.

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Keywords: keto, low-carb, pulled pork, lettuce wraps, BBQ sauce, healthy, gluten-free, dairy-free

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