BBQ Pulled Pork

A Mouth-Watering Pulled Pork Recipe

Satisfy your cravings with this delectable BBQ Pulled Pork recipe. It’s a mouth-watering combination of tender pulled pork and smoky BBQ sauce, making it a perfect choice for a flavorful and hearty meal. Let’s get started!

PREP TIME: 15 minutes COOK TIME: 4 hours COURSE: Main Course CUISINE: American SERVINGS: 6 servings

EQUIPMENT:

• Slow cooker or large pot
• Forks or tongs
• Knife and cutting board
• Mixing bowl
• Serving spoon or tongs

INGREDIENTS:

• 3 pounds pork shoulder or Boston butt roast
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup BBQ sauce
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Hamburger buns or slider rolls, for serving

INSTRUCTIONS

Step 1: Prep the Pork

1. Season the pork shoulder with salt and pepper on all sides.
2. Place the sliced onions and minced garlic in the bottom of the slow cooker or large pot.
3. Place the seasoned pork shoulder on top of the onions and garlic.

Step 2: Prepare the BBQ Sauce

1. In a mixing bowl, combine BBQ sauce, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, and ground cumin.
2. Stir well to combine all the ingredients and form a thick sauce.

Step 3: Slow Cook the Pork

1. Pour the BBQ sauce mixture over the pork shoulder in the slow cooker or large pot.
2. Cover and cook on low heat for 8 hours or on high heat for 4 hours, until the pork is tender and can be easily pulled apart with forks or tongs.

Step 4: Shred the Pork

1. Remove the pork shoulder from the slow cooker or large pot and place it on a cutting board.
2. Using forks or tongs, pull the pork apart into smaller shreds.

Step 5: Coat the Pork with BBQ Sauce

1. Return the shredded pork back to the slow cooker or large pot.
2. Pour additional BBQ sauce over the shredded pork and mix well, coating all the pork with the sauce.
3. Cook on low heat for an additional 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to penetrate the pork.

Step 6: Serve the BBQ Pulled Pork

1. Using a serving spoon or tongs, transfer the BBQ Pulled Pork to hamburger buns or slider rolls.
2. Serve hot and enjoy the smoky and flavorful BBQ Pulled Pork!

TIPS:

• For a spicier kick, add some cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the BBQ sauce mixture.
• Serve the BBQ Pulled Pork with coleslaw or pickles for added crunch and tanginess.
• Leftover BBQ Pulled Pork can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for later use.

KEYWORD: BBQ Pulled Pork, American, Slow Cooker