3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Kalua Pig

📝 Tips & Serving Ideas

• Hawaiian Plate Style: Serve with steamed white rice and macaroni salad.
• Low-Carb Option: Pile it onto lettuce wraps or cauliflower rice.
• Kalua Pork Sliders: Add pineapple coleslaw and Hawaiian rolls for an amazing party snack.
• Leftovers? Use them in burritos, quesadillas, nachos, or even breakfast hash.

💡 What is Kalua Pig?

In Hawaiian, kalua means “to cook in the ground.” Traditional Kalua pig is wrapped in banana leaves, seasoned with sea salt, and slow-cooked in an underground oven for hours. This slow cooker version captures the essence of the dish — smoky, salty, succulent pork — without the digging or firewood.

💬 Final Thoughts

This 3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Kalua Pig is proof that the best recipes don’t need to be complicated. With just a pork shoulder, salt, and a splash of liquid smoke, you get deeply flavorful, island-inspired pork that practically cooks itself. Whether you’re dreaming of a tropical getaway or just need a new dinner rotation, this recipe is a must-try.

One bite, and you’ll be saying maikaʻi loa (that’s “so good!” in Hawaiian).