This keto jerk pork roast is coated in Jamaican Jerk seasoning, then seared and pressure cooked in the Instant Pot for a meltingly tender and delicious pulled pork that can be used in a variety of ways! Low carb, gluten free, SCKC and Whole30 friendly recipe.
This keto jerk pork roast recipe has been updated but I’ve left some of the original blog post in place for context, because a lot of the comments reference it. Feel free to use the jump to recipe button above to skip the blah de blah!
So I read in a headline somewhere this week that Facebook predicts the written word will be dead in a matter of five years. Supposedly, video is taking over and people just don’t want to read anymore.
I’m not sure if that’s true – or if it is, what it will mean for myself and other bloggers, but as I sit here struggling to come up with something brilliant to say about this truly fantastic keto jerk pork roast recipe, even I can see the appeal.
Writing is hard. Some days the words flow and I can accurately convey my enthusiasm for a recipe in a way that makes others want to try it. Other days it just feels clumsy and awkward and nothing seems to come out right (like today for instance.)
Video (though it takes time to get over the learning curve to make good ones,) sometimes seems like an easier way to get people excited about a recipe.
Where do you guys stand? Is video where it’s at for you, or are you still content with words and static photos? IS the written word going the way of the dodo? Inquiring minds want to know…
Eventually, I imagine that even I will have to bite the bullet and head in the direction of more video heavy posts – gotta stick with the times ya know? Progress and all that…
Meanwhile, the (clumsily) written word and some mouthwatering photos will have to suffice.
Since I’m apparently in a chatty mood today (who knew?) let’s talk a minute about my single most regretted decision during our move to Belize…
After weeks of being on the fence, I finally (and erroneously) decided to leave my beloved Instant Pot in storage back in NY.
WHAT. WAS. I. THINKING?!??!?!
Not a day goes by here that I don’t miss my Instant Pot! I am literally obsessed with the foolishness of my decision to leave it behind! ?
I have scoured this island and even Belize City on the mainland, and there is not a single Instant Pot to be had. For that reason, I am making arrangements to have a new one shipped here to the island, even though I will have to pay almost 50% of the price in additional duties to get it here. ?
It’s THAT important to me.
If you don’t yet have an Instant Pot, you need to put it on your wish list ASAP. In this hot climate, or if it’s Summer where you are, it’s invaluable! Using the pressure cooker or slow cooker feature without heating up the house is so NECESSARY in my life right now.
Also the ability to plug it in, brown some meat, and pressure cook it into meltingly tender oblivion in less than an hour is KEY to my getting a healthy low carb dinner on the table.
Especially when I haven’t planned ahead (usually) or don’t feel like spending more than 5 minutes of hands on time (almost always) prepping for a meal.
Oh how I miss you Instant Pot!!!
All that being said, I will absolutely be making this super easy Keto Jerk Pork Roast recipe here in Belize over and over again – even if it means heating up the house with a regular slow cooker or roasting it in the oven until I get my new Instant Pot delivered.
It’s totally worth it!
So if you don’t have an Instant Pot either, don’t despair – there are plenty of other ways to prepare this jerk pork roast recipe (slow cooker, dutch oven, traditional pressure cooker, oven roasted, etc.)
And did I mention easy? Seriously. Less than five ingredients – set it and forget it!
Oh delicious keto jerk pork roast, how do I love to eat thee – let me count the ways:
- You are perfect just as you are – no accompaniment required!
- I also love you in a taco salad bowl with lots of sour cream and guacamole!
- Or in a lettuce wrap!
- Or in a cream cheese pancake rolled up burrito style – or baked as enchiladas!
- Or stuffed into a poblano pepper and baked with lots of cheese – seriously, DO ITTTTTT!
- Or on top of cauliflower rice with lots of cilantro and sriracha mayo on top!
- Or served with my keto broccoli slaw and some sugar free BBQ sauce!
- ??? (insert your keto jerk pork roast ideas here)
- ??? (help a sister out)
- ??? (don’t hold out on us)
Recipe Notes:
To give you several cooking options, I’ve provided instructions within the recipe card to make this keto jerk pork roast in the Instant Pot, Slow Cooker or Dutch Oven.
This keto jerk pork roast recipe is low carb, dairy free, nut free, egg free, Keto, Atkins, THM, Banting, and Paleo friendly. It’s also Squeaky Clean Keto and Whole30 compliant if you make sure the brand of Jamaican Jerk seasoning you buy is MSG and sugar free. Or you can make your own jerk seasoning – there is a recipe for that in my Keto for Life book.
A word of caution… When searing the pork roast with the Jamaican Jerk spices on it, the resulting smoke can be super spicy and cause a painful coughing fit if you breathe it in. I speak from experience. Keep the windows open and the exhaust fan going during the searing process and you’ll be all set!
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Keto Jerk Pork Roast – Low Carb & Whole 30
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Approx 12 servings 1x
- Diet: Diabetic
Description
This delicious pork roast is made with less than 5 ingredients and can be completed in an hour using the Instant Pot! Low Carb, Paleo, Keto, Atkins, THM, Whole30, Squeaky Clean Keto friendly.
Ingredients
- 4 lb pork shoulder
- 1/4 cup Jamaican Jerk spice blend (no sugar or msg) (I used Badia)
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1/2 cup beef stock or broth
Instructions
For the Instant Pot:
- Rub the roast with olive oil and coat with Jamaican Jerk spice blend.
- Set your Instant Pot to Saute and brown the meat on all sides.
- Add the beef broth.
- Seal the top according to instructions and cook on Manual, high pressure, for 45 minutes.
- Release pressure according to instructions, shred and serve.
For the slow cooker:
- Rub the roast with olive oil and coat with Jamaican Jerk spice blend.
- Sear the meat on all sides in a heavy bottomed pot.
- Place the meat and 1 cup of beef broth in your slow cooker. (this is double the IP amount of broth because you’ll need it to offset the longer cooking time.)
- Cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6 hours – or until the meat is tender.
- Shred and serve.
For the dutch oven:
- Rub the roast with olive oil and coat with Jamaican Jerk spice blend.
- Sear the meat on all sides in a heavy bottomed pot or a dutch oven.
- Add 1 cup of beef broth. (this is double the IP amount because you’ll need it if cooking on the stove.)
- Cover and simmer on the stovetop on low heat for 4 hours, or bake in the oven at 375 degrees for 3 hours or until the meat is tender and falling apart.
- Shred and serve.
Notes
Approx nutrition info per 4 oz serving: 282 calories, 20g fat, 0g net carbs, 23g protein
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: keto dinner recipes
- Method: Instant Pot
- Cuisine: jamaican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 ounces
- Calories: 282
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 23g
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Lottie says
Having just spent 10 minutes flicking past videos looking for a “proper” recipe I can say that I, for one, am firmly committed to the written word. I don’t want to listen to people waffle on and be a “personality”, I unashamedly skim and head directly for the recipe. I am of course grateful to all the lovely people posting them but when looking for recipes I just want facts, quickly.
Estelle says
Ditto, Lottie! The only way that I watch a video is to learn a new and improved technique! I’m a very experienced home cook and don’t want to waste my time with blah, blah, blah videos! Keep up the good work, Mellissa! Maybe only make videos for new techniques referenced in your recipes; just an idea!
Tonya says
Same here!
Pam says
Just started using my instant pot and love how easy it is. Thank you for the suggestion of having fan on while searing but the rub makes this dish. This is now our favorite way to fix pulled pork, so flavorful!
Ashley says
Could a pork loin work for this instead of a shoulder?
Mellissa Sevigny says
You won’t get that nice pulled pork texture, but otherwise it should work fine.
Lori says
Instant Pot recipe: Natural release or quick release after the cooking time?
Mellissa Sevigny says
Natural release will yield more tender meat, but if you’re short on time you can quick release and should be fine.
Mel says
Lovely change from jerk pork chops or chicken, served with coconut cauliflower rice to satisfy that rice and peas craving!
Erin M says
Does searing the meat with the rub already placed on it burn any of the herbs? I usually sear them add flavourings so this technique is new to me
Mellissa Sevigny says
I works well for me but if you want to sear then add the herbs you can do that too.
AnnaBeth Neason says
Personally, I say NO to video. I HATE videos. I have to watch the whole thing to get what I want. And most people wander around on and off topic. It is boring. The written word, I skim to get to the part I want to read. I really appreciate bloggers who put a button at the top to “Skip to the Recipe”.
Marjie says
Yup
Lynne Patterson says
I agree completely – I get so frustrated waiting for a video to reach the point I need to see. The written word is my preference.
With that said – if I must watch a video, don’t TALK – have the info move on to the screen. I am often listening to music or a podcast and don’t need the second voice over!
Kerry says
My Instant Pot says we should always have a minimum of 1 cup of liquid to bring it to pressure properly.
Merci says
Then, add a cup?
Jana L Vedantam says
My husband is Indian…so he doesn’t eat beef. Which broth would best sub in for the beef broth….chicken or bone?
Barbara says
This looks great!
sylvia waters says
This is the recipe I want to try!
Bryan says
This recipe was excellent, however it is NOT whole30 if you use Badia spice mix. Their jerk spice mix has sugar in it. I haven’t found an alternative to it but wanted to let readers know that it is NOT compliant. That being said we loved the recipe and will make it often, we just need to find or make a different jerk spice mix.
Adnerb127 says
I noTiced the same thing. Went specifically for that brand and then noticed sugar was a listed ingredient. Anyone find an alternative?
Eric says
I use either Walker’s Wood (it’s pretty hot) or Grace Jamaica Jerk seasoning. Both are really wonderful, neither has any sweetener.