Looking for a low-effort, high-protein meal prep win? This slow cooked pulled pork is tender, flavour-packed, and perfect for building bowls, tacos, wraps, or sandwiches. With minimal ingredients and a set-and-forget cooking method, it’s a crowd-pleaser that works for busy weeks.

Serves 6–8 (Macros based on 8 serves)

Macros (per serve, based on 8 serves)

• Calories: 519
• Protein: 57.9g
• Fat: 31.1g
• Carbs: 1.4g

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp grainy mustard
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 3 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
• 2kg pork shoulder, skin and underlying fat removed
• 200ml stock (low sodium preferred)

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, paprika, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and crushed garlic.
2. Rub the mixture all over the pork shoulder. If time allows, marinate for a few hours or overnight.
3. Place the pork and stock into a slow cooker.
4. Cook on the lowest setting for 8 hours until the meat is tender.
5. Remove any remaining fatty bits and shred the meat with two forks.