Kalua Pork Cabbage Recipes That Are Hearty

Yo, let me hit you with a delicious dish that’s sure to get your taste buds dancing. We’re talking about Kalua Pork made right in your Instant Pot. This recipe is not just easy but packs a flavor punch that you won’t forget. So, roll up your sleeves and let’s get cookin’!

What’s That Kalua Pork?

Kalua Pork is a traditional Hawaiian dish that’s all about that slow-cooked tenderness. Using the Instant Pot makes this dish super accessible and cuts down on the wait time, so you can dig into that savory goodness in no time!

Ingredients You’ll Need

Gather these tasty essentials:

4 pounds pork shoulder (boneless, cut into chunks)
1 tablespoon Hawaiian sea salt or kosher salt
2 teaspoons liquid smoke
1/4 cup water
Optional: green onions for garnish

Instructions to Get You There

Time to bring it all together! Follow these simple steps for some mouthwatering Kalua Pork:

Start by patting that pork shoulder dry with paper towels. This helps all that seasoning stick.
Rub salt all over the pork chunks. Don’t be shy, give it a good massage! It’s gonna help make every bite flavorful.
Drizzle the liquid smoke onto the pork. This is where the magic happens, y’all. Give it another quick rub.
In your Instant Pot, pour in the water at the bottom. Then place the pork on top of the trivet (if you got one) to prevent it from sitting in the liquid.
Seal that lid and set it to cook on high pressure for 90 minutes. Trust me, it’s gonna be worth it!
Once the timer goes off, let the pressure release naturally for about 15 minutes, then quick release any remaining steam.
Carefully shred the pork right in the pot, adding some of that cooking liquid back in to keep it moist and juicy.
Serve it up over rice or inside some tortillas, topped with green onions if you feel fancy. Enjoy!

And there you have it! A super easy and tasty Instant Pot Kalua Pork that’s perfect for gatherings or just treating yourself to something scrumptious. Go ahead, give it a try!