Pulled Pork Lettuce Wraps

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Make these savory and filling pulled pork lettuce wraps for your next lunch or dinner! Pasture-raised pork is known to be rich in Vitamins E and D, selenium, and Omega-3 fatty acids. Garlic helps to regulate blood pressure, strengthens the immune system, and helps prevent heart disease. Using butter lettuce wraps instead of regular tortillas for this recipe will provide you with additional fiber, folate, and Vitamin A! Paprika improves circulation throughout the body, controls cholesterol levels, and is known to reduce inflammation. If desired, add your favorite paleo-friendly sauce and enjoy!

Ingredients:

  • 4.5 lbs pasture-raised pork butt, boneless

  • 11 garlic cloves

  • 2 cups paleo-friendly BBQ sauce

  • 1 head butter lettuce

  • 1 green onion, chopped

  • 1 tbsp paprika

  • 2 tsp sea salt

  • 1 tsp black pepper

  • 1 tbsp oregano

  • 1 tbsp parsley

Instructions:

1) Combine all seasonings to create a dry rub and rub all over pork. Place 11 slits over the pork shoulder and stuff garlic cloves down each slit. Add in ½ cup of water to slow cooker and place pork inside.

2) Turn slow cooker on low setting and let pork cook for 8 hours.

3) Once pork is fully cooked, remove from slow cooker and begin to shred the pork using two forks.

4) Once pork is shredded, add in BBQ sauce and thoroughly mix.

5) Prep lettuce wraps by washing and drying lettuce leaves. Fill each lettuce cup with as much pork as you would like. If desired, drizzle with your favorite sauce and garnish with green onions. Enjoy!