What You’ll Need

For the Pork:

  • ~3 lbs bone-in Boston Butt Roast

  • 2 tbsp The Spice Guy Fajita Seasoning

  • 1 yellow onion, sliced

  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced

  • 1 yellow or orange bell pepper, sliced

  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

  • 2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

For the Pineapple & Red Onion Slaw:

  • 1 pineapple, cut into small bite-sized pieces

  • ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced

  • 1 tsp The Spice Guy Fajita Seasoning

  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped

  • 1 tbsp avocado oil

  • Pinch of salt & pepper

For Serving:

  • Warm tortillas

  • Fresh radishes, thinly sliced (optional)

 

Let’s Cook

  1. Prep the Pork

    • Rub the pork shoulder generously with The Spice Guy Fajita Seasoning on all sides.

    • Optional but recommended: Sear the pork shoulder in a hot cast-iron skillet with a little oil, ~2 minutes per side, to develop a crust.

  2. Slow Cook

    • Place the pork shoulder in your slow cooker or Instant Pot.

    • Add sliced onion and bell peppers.

    • Cook on high for 4 hours (or low for 7–8 hours) until pork is tender.

  3. Shred & Season

    • Remove pork and shred with two forks.

    • Return shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix with cooked veggies.

    • Stir in chopped cilantro and red pepper flakes (if using).

  4. Make the Slaw

    • In a bowl, combine pineapple, red onion, fajita seasoning, cilantro, avocado oil, and a pinch of salt & pepper.

    • Toss well and chill until ready to serve.

  5. Assemble the Tacos

    • Serve the shredded pork in warm tortillas.

    • Top with pineapple slaw, fresh radishes, and an extra sprinkle of cilantro.

  6. Enjoy!

    • Serve family-style for an easy, flavorful feast.

Written by JT Eberly

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