Pineapple Habanero Pulled Pork

The combination of pineapple and habanero peppers adds a sweet and spicy flavor to this pulled pork that is sure to become a favorite. The air fryer cooks the pork quickly and evenly, resulting in tender, juicy meat that is perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or salads.

This recipe was born out of a desire to create a pulled pork dish that was both flavorful and easy to make. I started with a classic pulled pork recipe, but I wanted to add something extra to make it stand out. I decided to add pineapple and habanero peppers, and the results were amazing! The pineapple adds a sweetness that balances out the heat of the habanero peppers, and the combination of flavors is simply irresistible.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 105 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (12-ounce) can pineapple chunks, undrained
• 1/2 cup habanero pepper, seeded and minced

Instructions

1. Preheat air fryer to 275°F (135°C).
2. Trim excess fat from pork shoulder and pat dry.
3. Rub pork with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
4. Place pork in air fryer and cook for 45 minutes.
5. In a bowl, combine onion, garlic, pineapple, and habanero pepper.
6. Remove pork from air fryer and stir in pineapple mixture.
7. Cover pork with aluminum foil and return to air fryer.
8. Cook for 1 hour, or until pork is tender.

Why It Works

• The air fryer cooks the pork quickly and evenly, resulting in tender, juicy meat.
• The combination of pineapple and habanero peppers adds a sweet and spicy flavor to the pork.
• The pork is cooked in a covered dish, which helps to keep it moist.