What You’ll Need
For the Pork:
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~3 lbs bone-in Boston Butt Roast
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2 tbsp The Spice Guy Fajita Seasoning
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1 yellow onion, sliced
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1 red bell pepper, sliced
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1 yellow or orange bell pepper, sliced
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2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
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2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
For the Pineapple & Red Onion Slaw:
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1 pineapple, cut into small bite-sized pieces
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¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
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1 tsp The Spice Guy Fajita Seasoning
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2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
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1 tbsp avocado oil
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Pinch of salt & pepper
For Serving:
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Warm tortillas
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Fresh radishes, thinly sliced (optional)
Let’s Cook
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Prep the Pork
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Rub the pork shoulder generously with The Spice Guy Fajita Seasoning on all sides.
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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.
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Slow Cook
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Place the pork shoulder in your slow cooker or Instant Pot.
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Add sliced onion and bell peppers.
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Cook on high for 4 hours (or low for 7–8 hours) until pork is tender.
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Shred & Season
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Remove pork and shred with two forks.
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Return shredded pork to the slow cooker and mix with cooked veggies.
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Stir in chopped cilantro and red pepper flakes (if using).
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Make the Slaw
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In a bowl, combine pineapple, red onion, fajita seasoning, cilantro, avocado oil, and a pinch of salt & pepper.
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Toss well and chill until ready to serve.
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Assemble the Tacos
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Serve the shredded pork in warm tortillas.
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Top with pineapple slaw, fresh radishes, and an extra sprinkle of cilantro.
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Enjoy!
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Serve family-style for an easy, flavorful feast.
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