What is Pineapple Pulled Pork Al Pastor made of?

The main ingredients are Ancho Chile Powder, Bone-In Pork Shoulder Butt Roast, Chipotle Seasoning, Fresh Cilantro, Garlic Powder. The full list of 17 is above.

How long does it take to make Pineapple Pulled Pork Al Pastor?

About 7 hrs 30 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 7 hrs 10 mins to cook.

How many calories are in one serving?

One serving provides about 1346.25 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.

Is Pineapple Pulled Pork Al Pastor easy to make?

This recipe is rated medium, with 17 ingredients and 11 steps.

Is Pineapple Pulled Pork Al Pastor healthy?

Pineapple Pulled Pork Al Pastor has an easyChef Pro health score of 42/100. Per serving, it provides 1346.25 calories and 82.8 g of protein, or 166% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 782.35 mg (34% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 22.14 g (111% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 13.08 g (26% of the Daily Value). It contains Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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Pineapple Pulled Pork Al Pastor

Name: Pineapple Pulled Pork Al Pastor
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 7 h 10 min
Total time: 7 h 30 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: Tex-Mex, Hawaiian, Mexican
Ingredients: 0.25 cup Ancho Chile Powder; 9 lb Bone-In Pork Shoulder Butt Roast; 1 tbsp Chipotle Seasoning; 0.25 cup Fresh Cilantro; 1 tbsp Garlic Powder; 2 tsp Ground Cinnamon; 1 tbsp Ground Cumin; 12 whole Hamburger Bun; 1 tbsp Mexican Oregano; 1 qt Pineapple Juice; 0.5 cup Pineapple Rings; 0.25 cup Rice Vinegar; 2 tbsp Roasted Red Pepper; 2 tbsp Salt; 1 cup Sea Salt; 1 whole Serrano Pepper; 3 qt Water

Dinner 🍽️Lunch 🥪 Tex-Mex 🇺🇸🇲🇽Hawaiian Mexican High-Protein 💪Anabolic Diet Clean Eating

Pineapple Pulled Pork Al Pastor delivers succulent, fall-apart pork steeped in a pineapple brine and coated with a smoky chile-spice rub. Charred pineapple salsa adds bright, tangy heat that balances the rich meat, perfect piled onto soft buns. Ideal for weekend cookouts or game day when you want bold, layered flavors with a festive touch.

Prep20 mins
Cook7 hrs 10 mins
Serves12
DifficultyMedium

easyChef Pro health score

Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Pineapple Pulled Pork Al Pastor, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.

42 Health Score

Glycemic ImpactFair: 46 / 100; Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
Nutritional DensityPoor: 20 / 100; Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
Energy DensityFair: 57 / 100; Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients: 2 / 4; Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.

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Heart Health: 41
Metabolic: 54
Digestive: 25
Inflammatory: 46
Performance: 39
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1

Place the pork in a large brining container. Cut a few slashes into the fat side of the pork.
2

Whisk the salt, pineapple juice, and water together in a large bowl.
3

Pour the brine over the pork. Refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours.
4

Combine the salt, ancho powder, chipotle powder, garlic powder, cumin, cinnamon, and oregano to make the rub.
5

Remove the pork from the brine and set it on a deep, foil-lined baking pan. Season generously with the spice rub. Reserve the remaining spice rub for another use.
6

Preheat a charcoal grill to between 300 and 325 degrees F (150 to 175 degrees C). If desired, set 2 bricks on the grate and place the baking pan on top.
7

Grill, occasionally spooning the rendered juices over the meat, until very tender, about 7 hours. Maintain the same 25-degree temperature range by adjusting the vents under and on top of the grill or smoker. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the pork should read 195 degrees F (91 degrees C).
8

Remove the pan from the grill, cover the top with foil, and let rest for 1 hour.
9

Meanwhile, cook the pineapple over the last of the coals until nicely charred, 7 to 10 minutes.
10

Dice the grilled pineapple to yield about 2 cups. Combine in a bowl with the serrano pepper, red peppers, cilantro, and rice vinegar. Season with salt and a pinch of the leftover spice rub.
11

Remove the pork bone and pull the meat apart. Add it to a bowl with some of the rendered fat; shred with 2 forks. Place some pork on each bottom bun, top with the pineapple salsa, and cover with the other half of the bun.

About This Recipe

Pineapple Pulled Pork Al Pastor is made with 17 ingredients and serves 12. It takes about 7 hrs 30 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Ancho Chile Powder, Bone In Pork Shoulder Butt Roast, Chipotle Seasoning, and Fresh Cilantro. Each serving provides about 1346.25 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Pineapple Pulled Pork Al Pastor made of?: The main ingredients are Ancho Chile Powder, Bone-In Pork Shoulder Butt Roast, Chipotle Seasoning, Fresh Cilantro, Garlic Powder. The full list of 17 is above.
How long does it take to make Pineapple Pulled Pork Al Pastor?: About 7 hrs 30 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 7 hrs 10 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?: One serving provides about 1346.25 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Pineapple Pulled Pork Al Pastor easy to make?: This recipe is rated medium, with 17 ingredients and 11 steps.
Is Pineapple Pulled Pork Al Pastor healthy?: Pineapple Pulled Pork Al Pastor has an easyChef Pro health score of 42/100. Per serving, it provides 1346.25 calories and 82.8 g of protein, or 166% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 782.35 mg (34% of the Daily Value), saturated fat at 22.14 g (111% of the Daily Value) and added sugars at 13.08 g (26% of the Daily Value). It contains Wheat and Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.

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