Instant Pot Asian-Style Pulled Pork

Name: Instant Pot Asian-Style Pulled Pork
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 85 min
Ingredients: 3.5 pounds boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes; 1 cup beef broth; 1 cup chopped mushrooms; 0.5 cup balsamic vinegar; 0.33333334326744 cup soy sauce; 2 tablespoons honey; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 tablespoon minced ginger; 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes; 1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder; 2.5 tablespoons cornstarch; 0.125 cup cold water; 0.25 cup chopped green onions

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The Asian flavors in this pulled pork are a great change from standard BBQ pulled pork. Easy to do in the Instant Pot or adaptable for a slow cooker. Garnish with toasted sesame seeds. Great over rice, noodles, wrapped in leaf lettuce, or in rice paper wraps.

Recipe by Brent W

Updated on October 19, 2022

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

45 mins

Additional Time:

25 mins

Total Time:

1 hrs 25 mins

Servings:

12

Yield:

12 servings

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Ingredients

3 ½ pounds boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup beef broth
1 cup chopped mushrooms
½ cup balsamic vinegar
⅓ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon minced ginger
2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
2 ½ tablespoons cornstarch
⅛ cup cold water
¼ cup chopped green onions

Directions

Combine pork, beef broth, mushrooms, balsamic vinegar, soy sauce, honey, garlic, sesame oil, ginger, red pepper, and Chinese five-spice powder in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot). Close and lock the lid.
Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 35 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
Let sit for 15 minutes before releasing pressure using the natural-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 10 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Remove the pork using a slotted spoon and place in a separate bowl. Set aside.
Combine cornstarch and water in a small bowl and add to the pressure cooker. Select Saute function. Bring to a boil and cook until sauce has thickened, about 3 minutes. Select Warm function.
Shred the pork using 2 forks to pull apart; mix with sauce. Top with green onions and serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

214	Calories
14g	Fat
8g	Carbs
15g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 214
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g	18%
Saturated Fat 5g	24%
Cholesterol 52mg	17%
Sodium 510mg	22%
Total Carbohydrate 8g	3%
Dietary Fiber 0g	1%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 15g
Vitamin C 2mg	9%
Calcium 27mg	2%
Iron 1mg	7%
Potassium 269mg	6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.