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Flavor-Packed Ranch Taco Party Bowl Easy Slow-Cooker Pulled Pork Recipe

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A flavorful and easy slow-cooker pulled pork recipe with zesty ranch spices, perfect for taco party bowls that are customizable and crowd-pleasing.

Ingredients

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  • 3–4 pounds pork shoulder (pork butt), trimmed of excess fat
  • 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth or water
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 2 cups cooked brown or white rice (or cauliflower rice for low-carb option)
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce or mixed greens
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
  • 1/2 cup ranch dressing
  • Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork shoulder dry with paper towels. Mix ranch seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Rub the spice blend all over the pork.
  2. Place the seasoned pork shoulder in the slow cooker. Pour chicken broth or water around the pork and drizzle lime juice over the top. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or high for 4-6 hours.
  3. Check for doneness; pork should be fork-tender and shred easily. If not, cook for an additional 30-60 minutes.
  4. Remove pork from slow cooker and shred with two forks. Return shredded pork to slow cooker to soak in juices for 10 minutes.
  5. Prepare rice according to package instructions. Chop and prepare toppings: dice red onion, halve cherry tomatoes, slice olives, shred lettuce, and drain and rinse black beans and corn.
  6. Assemble bowls starting with rice, then add pulled pork, black beans, corn, tomatoes, onions, cheese, lettuce, and olives. Drizzle ranch dressing on top and garnish with cilantro and lime wedges.
  7. Serve warm and encourage guests to squeeze lime and mix their bowls.

Notes

Use a quality ranch seasoning mix for best flavor. For dairy-free, substitute cheese with avocado and use dairy-free ranch dressing. Do not lift slow cooker lid frequently to avoid heat loss. Leftovers store well up to 4 days refrigerated. Pulled pork freezes well for up to 3 months.

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