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    Whole30 Pulled Pork – Instant Pot

    Published: Aug 27, 2020 · Modified: Jan 28, 2021 by Susie Weinrich · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Whole30 Pulled Pork is really flavorful pork butt that is seasoned with a sugar free dry rub. It is cooked in the Instant Pot which makes it completely fall apart tender in a short amount of time. Following the rules of Whole30 it makes an amazing topper for baked potatoes, sweet potatoes, salads or lettuce wraps.

    a white bowl of whole30 pulled pork with a fork to the side

    If you are not following a lifestyle diet that restricts sugar, you can hop over to this recipe for Instant Pot Pulled Pork OR Instant Pot Boneless Pork Ribs or if you prefer a chicken you can look through this Instant Pot BBQ Chicken recipe.

    Pork Butt or Shoulder

    When you go to buy your pork you can purchase any of these, as they are all pretty much the same thing, and bone in or bone out doesn’t matter either:

    • pork butt
    • pork shoulder
    • boston butt
    pork butt cut into 2 inch chunks with a bowl of dry rub

    Bone in or bone out doesn’t make a big difference in the pulled pork. But, if you buy bone in you may have to cut around the bone to fit it in the Instant Pot, creating a little more work. I usually just buy what is available and what is the best deal.

    Cooking Time For Pulled Pork in the Instant Pot

    Before beginning note how much your pork butt weighs, this will help you determine cooking time. After trimming I recommend that you estimate about 1-1.5 lbs of fat/bone was removed, then estimate your cooking time at 15 mins per pound.

    Example of Cooking Time Calculation for Pork Butt in IP

    15 MINUTES PER POUND

    Purchased an 8 lb pork butt

    Removed 1 lb of fat

    Now 7 lbs x 15 mins/lb = 105 minutes

    How To Cook Pulled Pork in the Instant Pot

    The first step in cooking pork butt in the Instant Pot is to trim the excess fat. Most whole or half pork butts come with a decent fat cap, which in low and slow BBQ will render and create amazing flavor. However in the fast cooking of Instant Pot it just ends up being greasy. So get rid of as much large fat pieces as you can, but not ALL, leave a smidge for flavor and moisture. See photo below of trimmed pork butt.

    You will also want to cut the pork into large 3 inch chunks. Place it all on a large rimmed baking sheet.

    seasoning pork butt with dry rub

    Season it liberally on all sides. It will look like A LOT of seasoning, but it adds so much flavor!! Give it a little press so that it sticks to the meat.

    cut pork butt that is seasoned with sugar free dry rub

    Setting Up The Instant Pot

    You are going to start with a layer of flavor in the Instant Pot by adding 1 cup water, ¼ cup coconut aminos and 6 crushed garlic cloves. Now place the trivet in the pot. Carefully layer the seasoned pork chunks into the pot, not exceeding the maximum fill line.

    Close the lid and lock the pressure valve to seal. Set to cook on meat/stew for your calculated amount of time.

    Do a 10 minute natural pressure release. Then release additional pressure with a quick release.

    Pull the pork out of the pot and shred with 2 forks. It should just fall apart!

    overhead view of pulled pork in a bowl

    Serving & Storing

    This Whole30 Pulled Pork is amazing served over a baked potato and topped with Whole30 Smoked Paprika Aioli and green onions.

    Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days. You can also freeze your leftover pulled pork for up to 3 months!

    Whole30 Instant Pot Pulled Pork Recipe

    whole30 pulled pork in a bowl with a fork and napkin to the side

    Whole30 Pulled Pork – Instant Pot

    A delicious sugar free, whole30 compliant pulled pork that is made in the Instant Pot
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 50 minutes
    Natural Release: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
    Servings: 6 people
    Author: Susie Weinrich

    Equipment

    • Instant Pot or Electric Pressure Cooker

    Ingredients

    • 5-9 lb pork butt, pork shoulder, boston butt bone in or boneless, cut into large 3 inch chunks, fat trimmed
    • 1 cup water
    • ¼ cup coconut aminos
    • 6 garlic cloves, crushed

    Sugar Free Dry Rub

    • 2 tablespoon kosher salt
    • 2 tablespoon garlic powder
    • 2 tablespoon chili powder
    • 1 tablespoon onion powder
    • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
    • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
    • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
    • 2 teaspoon black pepper
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    Instructions

    • Trim as much fat as you can from the pork butt. Cut into large 3 inch chunks.
    • Mix all the dry rub ingredients in a bowl. Stir to break up clumps and to combine.
    • Generously season the pork pieces, pressing the rub onto the pork.
      NOTE: If you have a larger 8-9 lb pork butt you will you all the rub, if you have a smaller 5-7 lb pork butt you may only use ½ to ¾. You can save any additional in an airtight container in your spice cabinet for up to 6 months.
    • Add the 1 cup water and ¼ cup coconut aminos and 6 crushed garlic cloves to the bottom of the Instant Pot. Place the trivet in the pot and then layer the pork pieces in, make note not to exceed the max fill line.
    • Set your pot to cook for 15 minutes per pound.
      Example- I bought an 8 lb pork butt, I removed about 1 lb of fat, so 7 pounds x 15 minutes per pound = 105 minutes.
    • Do a 10 minute natural release, the finish with a quick release.
    • Remove the pork from the pot, discard the liquid, and shred the pork using two forks. It should just completely fall apart!

    Serving

      Storing

      • Fridge- Store any leftover cooled pork in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
        Freezer – Freeze any cooled leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and then warm in the microwave or oven to serve.
      • This pork is excellent served over a sweet potato or baked potato drizzled with Whole30 Smoked Paprika Aioli and chopped green onions!!

      Notes:

      If you are not following a sugar free diet or Whole30 you can check out this Traditional Instant Pot Pulled Pork Recipe
      Did you try this recipe? Connect with me & let me know how it turned out by commenting below!
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      If nutrition facts are provided they are calculated as an estimate to the best of our knowledge.

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      Susie Weinrich is the recipe developer, food photographer, and content creator behind Mom's Dinner. She has over 20 years experience in the food industry. Currently, Susie shares all her recipes and food knowledge on Mom's Dinner. You will find her recipes are easy to follow and full of tips and tricks to make sure the recipe you are making turns out perfect!

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