Amazing Gluten-Free BBQ Pulled Pork Tacos in 15 Min
Enjoy these delicious Gluten-Free BBQ Pulled Pork Tacos, a family-friendly meal packed with flavor. Tender pulled pork in a smoky barbecue sauce is served in your favorite tortillas or crisp lettuce wraps.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3-4 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 45 minutes to 4 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Oven Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 pounds boneless pork shoulder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup your favorite BBQ sauce
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Gluten-free tortillas or lettuce wraps
- Optional toppings: coleslaw, sliced red onion, pickles, cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels. Season it generously on all sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Place the seasoned pork in a Dutch oven or oven-safe pot.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the BBQ sauce, water, apple cider vinegar, smoked paprika, chili powder, and cayenne pepper (if using).
- Pour the BBQ sauce mixture over the pork.
- Cover the pot tightly with a lid or foil.
- Bake for 3 to 4 hours, or until the pork is fork-tender and easily shreds.
- Remove the pork from the pot and place it on a cutting board or in a bowl.
- Using two forks, shred the pork.
- Return the shredded pork to the pot with the remaining sauce. Stir to coat the pork evenly.
- Warm your gluten-free tortillas or prepare lettuce wraps.
- Serve the pulled pork in the tortillas or lettuce wraps. Add your favorite toppings.
Notes
- For a slower cook, you can cook this in a slow cooker on low for 6-8 hours.
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less cayenne pepper.
- You can make the pulled pork ahead of time and reheat it before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/6th of recipe, without toppings)
- Calories: Estimated 450-550 calories (will vary based on BBQ sauce and pork cut)
- Sugar: Estimated 15-25g (will vary based on BBQ sauce)
- Sodium: Estimated 700-1000mg (will vary based on BBQ sauce and added salt)
- Fat: Estimated 25-35g
- Saturated Fat: Estimated 10-15g
- Unsaturated Fat: Estimated 15-20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Estimated 15-25g (will vary based on BBQ sauce)
- Fiber: Estimated 1-3g
- Protein: Estimated 35-45g
- Cholesterol: Estimated 100-140mg
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