Papaya Pulled Pork

This pulled pork recipe is a delicious and easy way to use up a leftover pork shoulder. The papaya adds a touch of sweetness and acidity to the pork, while the vinegar and honey help to balance out the flavors. The result is a pulled pork that is tender, flavorful, and perfect for serving on sandwiches, tacos, or salads.

I first came up with this recipe when I was trying to find a way to use up a leftover pork shoulder. I had already made a few different pulled pork recipes, but I wanted to try something different. I decided to use papaya in the recipe because I love the sweet and tart flavor it adds to dishes. I also added vinegar and honey to help balance out the flavors. The result was a pulled pork that was tender, flavorful, and perfect for serving on sandwiches, tacos, or salads.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 75 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound pork shoulder
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup papaya, chopped
• 1/4 cup onion, chopped
• 1/4 cup vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey

Instructions

1. Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. Rub the pork shoulder with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Place the pork shoulder in the air fryer and cook for 60 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).
4. Remove the pork shoulder from the air fryer and let it rest for 10 minutes.
5. Shred the pork shoulder into a large bowl.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the papaya, onion, vinegar, and honey.
7. Add the sauce to the shredded pork and stir to combine.
8. Serve the pulled pork on its own or with your favorite sides.

Why It Works

• The papaya adds a touch of sweetness and acidity to the pork, which helps to balance out the flavors.
• The vinegar helps to tenderize the pork and adds a bit of tanginess.
• The honey helps to caramelize the pork and adds a touch of sweetness.