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    Slow Cooker Pineapple Pulled Pork Tacos

    Modified: May 4, 2025 · Published: Jul 27, 2021 by Katy McAvoy

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    Slow Cooker Pineapple Pulled Pork Tacos.

    Inspired by tacos al pastor, this Slow Cooker Pineapple Pulled Pork is tender and full of flavor - perfect for tacos, sandwiches, and even pizza. 

    Pineapple Pulled Pork Tacos

    The spice rub for the pork is made up of pantry staples you likely already have on hand, but we’re leaving out the brown sugar (or other added sugars) that are so common in pork rubs. 

    We’re using fresh pineapple - not pineapple juice - to achieve the perfect balance of sweet and savory. The pineapple, onion and pork come together as they cook to create their own juice and blend with the spices to create super flavorful meat that’s perfect for folding into warm flour tortillas. 

    What's in Pineapple Pulled Pork Tacos?

    Ingredients for pineapple pulled pork.
    • Country style pork ribs - Bone in or boneless is up to you. I buy these meaty ribs any time they're on sale at my grocery store and freeze then so they're always on hand for this recipe.
    • Fresh pineapple - Skip the canned pineapple for this recipe. Fresh tastes sooo much better!
    • Sliced onion - Choose any kind of onion you have on hand for this recipe. Red, white and yellow onions all work great.
    • Chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, dried oregano - I love this combination of spices in Mexican-inspired recipes. They add so much flavor to this recipe.
    • Salt - Adjust this to taste.
    • Ground cinnamon - An unexpected ingredient that adds delicious flavor to the pork and pineapple combination.

    How to Make Slow Cooker Pineapple Pulled Pork

    Place the sliced onions and diced pineapple into the bottom of the slow cooker. 

    In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, oregano and cinnamon. 

    Spice mixture for the pork ribs

    Rub all sides of the pork ribs with the spice mixture. 

    Place the spice-coated ribs on top of onions and pineapple in the slow cooker. 

    Raw pork, rubbed with spices, on a pile of pineapple and onion

    Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 7 hours. 

    Once the pork is cooked, turn off your slow cooker and remove any bones from the meat. You can also remove any large pieces of fat from the meat, if you’d like. 

    Place the meat on a cutting board and chop it into bite sized pieces using a sharp knife or use 2 forks to pull the meat apart. 

    Place meat in a large bowl. 

    Using a slotted spoon or a kitchen spider, remove as much of the onion and pineapple as you can from the liquid in the slow cooker and add it to the pulled pork. 

    Cooked pineapple and onions

    Mix everything up. 

    Serve on warm, flour tortillas with your favorite taco fixings.

    Easy Side Dishes to Serve with Tacos

    Add a side of homemade tortilla chips with my 5 minute blender salsa and quick creamy bean dip. Or make a hearty side dish of tomato rice and beans to serve with your tacos.

    Plate full of tortilla chips
    Homemade Tortilla Chips
    Blender Salsa
    Quick Blender Salsa

    FAQs for Slow Cooker Pineapple Pulled Pork Tacos

    What kind of pork should I use? 

    You can use just about any cut of pork here - pork butt, pork tenderloin - but my favorite are the country style ribs. I like that they’re not a super lean cut, have some bone in them, and that they’re extremely affordable. Our local grocery store regularly has country style pork ribs on sale for under $2 a pound, which is a fantastic price. 

    Can I use canned pineapple? 

    Fresh pineapple is going to taste the best. But if you can’t find a fresh pineapple, canned will work. If you go the canned pineapple route, buy crushed pineapple and drain the juice from the can before using. 

    What kind of onions should I use? 

    I like yellow and/or white onions best in this recipe as their flavor and texture holds up well to hours in the slow cooker. 

    What else can I do with pineapple pork? 

    Besides delicious tacos, you can mix a little BBQ sauce into the pork and use it for sandwiches. I’ve also used it to make awesome pizza. On a pre-made crust, use BBQ sauce as the base, add mozzarella cheese, then the pulled pork mixture. Bake as instructed on the crust package. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro when the pizza comes out of the oven. 

    What is the best liquid to cook pulled pork in? 

    When cooked in a slow cooker, meat creates its own liquid. There’s no need to add any extra liquid to this recipe. The pineapple will break down, producing juice and the fat and juice that renders from the pork while cooking is more than enough liquid for the recipe. 

    Can you put raw pork in a slow cooker?

    Absolutely! After all, that’s how we’re cooking the meat! 🙂 Once you’ve placed the raw pork in the slow cooker, put the lid on, turn on your slow cooker, and leave it alone. Don’t lift the lid for the first few hours or you’ll release all the steam that’s helping cook the pork and risk messing up the cooking time. 

    How do I know when the pork is done? 

    The pork is cooked when a fork can easily be inserted into the meat and used to pull it apart. My other favorite test is using the pork bone. If your cut of pork has a bone in it, use a pair of tongs to try and remove the bone from the meat. If it lifts out easily, it’s done. If it won’t come out, put the lid back on the Crock Pot and cook for another 30 minutes before trying again. 

    Can you cook pulled pork too long in a slow cooker?

    It’s certainly possible, but fairly difficult. The low and slow cooking method of a slow cooker/Crock Pot keeps meat tender. Even if the meat isn’t sitting in liquid, it’s being cooked by low heat and steam, making it difficult to over cook. However, do your best not to go more than 15 minutes past the recommended cooking time without checking on the pork and seeing if it’s done.

    Want More Taco Recipes?

    Make more easy and delicious tacos with some of my go-to recipes. These shredded beef tacos are made in the slow cooker and are perfect for feeding a crowd. Need a fast dinner fix? Try my 15 minute mushroom tacos!

    Vegan Mushroom Tacos
    15 Minute Mushroom Tacos
    Shredded Beef Tacos
    Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Tacos

    Drink Pairings for Pineapple Pulled Pork Tacos

    A classic tequila cocktail or citrus mocktail goes well with these savory pork tacos. Shake up a classic lime margarita or make it spicy with my Spicy Pineapple Margaritas. Want something without alcohol? Try this non-alcoholic Paloma Mocktail.

    Paloma Mocktail
    Paloma Mocktail
    Classic Margarita
    4 Ingredient, Classic Margaritas

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    Slow Cooker Pineapple Pulled Pork Tacos

    Slow Cooker Pineapple Pulled Pork

    Katy McAvoy
    Inspired by tacos al pastor, this Slow Cooker Pineapple Pulled Pork is tender and full of flavor - perfect for tacos, sandwiches, and even pizza. 
    5 from 2 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 4 hours hrs
    Total Time 4 hours hrs 10 minutes mins
    Servings 14 servings

    Equipment

    • Metal Spider

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 lbs country style pork ribs
    • 2 cups fresh pineapple finely diced
    • 1 cup sliced onion approx 2 small onions
    • 2 teaspoon chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
    • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

    Instructions
     

    • Place the sliced onions and diced pineapple into the bottom of the slow cooker. 
      1 cup sliced onion, 2 cups fresh pineapple
    • In a small bowl, combine the chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, oregano and cinnamon. 
      2 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • Rub all sides of the pork ribs with the spice mixture. 
      3 lbs country style pork ribs
    • Place the spice-coated ribs on top of onions and pineapple in the slow cooker. 
    • Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 7 hours. 
    • Once the pork is cooked, turn off your slow cooker and remove any bones from the meat. You can also remove any large pieces of fat from the meat, if you’d like. 
    • Place the meat on a cutting board and chop it into bite sized pieces using a sharp knife or use 2 forks to pull the meat apart. 
    • Place meat in a large bowl. 
    • Using a slotted spoon or a kitchen spider, remove as much of the onion and pineapple as you can from the liquid in the slow cooker and add it to the pulled pork. 
    • Mix everything up. 
    • Serve on warm, flour tortillas with your favorite taco fixings. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 138kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 13gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.05gCholesterol: 47mgSodium: 212mgPotassium: 255mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 106IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 24mgIron: 1mg
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    About Katy McAvoy

    Katy is the author, photographer, home cook, mixologist, and Michigander behind MittenGirl.com and Homemade Happy Hour. Since 2017, she's been crafting recipes for easy-to-make cocktails and delicious snacks while sharing her love of all things Michigan (a.k.a. The Mitten)!

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    1. Matthew Fouts says

      July 29, 2021 at 10:48 am

      5 stars
      Yum!!

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    2. Anne Marie says

      August 13, 2021 at 2:27 pm

      5 stars
      Love this recipe - easy ingredients and so little time to prep everything. The meat was so juicy and flavorful. Loved by kids and adults!

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      • Katy McAvoy says

        August 13, 2021 at 7:05 pm

        So glad you all liked it!

        Reply
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