Southwestern Pulled Pork Crostini Recipe

Name: Southwestern Pulled Pork Crostini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (about 2 pounds); 1/2 cup lime juice; 2 envelopes mesquite marinade mix; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/4 cup olive oil; 1 cup frozen corn, thawed; 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 small tomato, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons finely chopped seeded jalapeno pepper; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies; 1/3 cup apricot preserves; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 32 slices French bread baguette (1/4 inch thick); 1/4 cup olive oil; 2/3 cup crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese; Lime wedges, optional

Servings: persons

1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (about 2 pounds)
1/2 cup lime juice
2 envelopes mesquite marinade mix
1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup olive oil
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1 small tomato, finely chopped
2 tablespoons finely chopped seeded jalapeno pepper
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1/3 cup apricot preserves
1/8 teaspoon salt
32 slices French bread baguette (1/4 inch thick)
1/4 cup olive oil
2/3 cup crumbled queso fresco or feta cheese
Lime wedges, optional

1
Place roast in a 3-qt. slow cooker. In a small bowl, whisk lime juice, marinade mix, sugar and oil until blended; pour over roast. Cook, covered, on low 6-8 hours or until meat is tender.
2
For salsa, in a small bowl, combine corn, beans, tomato and jalapeno. Stir in lime juice, oil and seasonings. In a small saucepan, combine sauce ingredients; cook and stir over low heat until blended.
3
For crostini, preheat broiler. Brush bread slices on both sides with oil; place on ungreased
4
. Broil 3-4 in. from heat 1-2 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
5
Remove roast from slow cooker; cool slightly. Shred pork with two forks. To serve, layer toasts with salsa, pork and cheese. Top with sauce. If desired, serve with lime wedges.

735

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (about 2 pounds), 1/2 cup lime juice, 2 envelopes mesquite marinade mix, 1/4 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Southwestern Pulled Pork Crostini falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Southwestern Pulled Pork Crostini

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Variations & substitutions

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