Pulled Pork: Tender, Flavorful Shredded Perfection
Description
Discover the ultimate comfort food with our Pulled Pork, featuring tender, slow-cooked pork shoulder that's been simmered to perfection and effortlessly shredded. Infused with a smoky, savory blend of spices and a hint of sweetness, this dish is ideal for sandwiches, tacos, or served over a bed of rice. The pork is cooked until it’s fall-apart tender, making it easy to pull apart and absorb all the rich flavors. Whether you're hosting a barbecue or simply craving a hearty meal, Pulled Pork delivers a satisfying, mouthwatering experience with every bite. Serve with your favorite coleslaw and BBQ sauce for a true taste of Southern comfort.
Ingredients
- 4 lbs • 4-5 pork shoulder (also known as pork butt)
- 2 tablespoons • olive oil
- 1/4 cup • brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons • paprika
- 1 tablespoon • salt
- 1 tablespoon • black pepper
- 1 tablespoon • garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon • onion powder
- 1 teaspoon • cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup • apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 cup • chicken broth
- 1/4 cup • Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 cup • ketchup
- 1 tablespoon • mustard
- 1 tablespoon • liquid smoke (optional)
- • BBQ sauce, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Pork: In a small bowl, mix the brown sugar, paprika, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Rub the pork shoulder with olive oil, then coat with the spice mixture. Let it sit for at least 1 hour, or overnight in the refrigerator for better flavor.
- Cook the Pork: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Place the pork shoulder in a large roasting pan. Mix the apple cider vinegar, chicken broth, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, mustard, and liquid smoke. Pour around the pork in the roasting pan. Cover tightly with foil.
- Bake: Roast the pork in the oven for about 6-8 hours, until the meat is tender and easily pulls apart with a fork. Alternatively, you can use a slow cooker set to low for 8-10 hours.
- Shred the Pork: Remove the pork from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes. Shred the pork using two forks, discarding any excess fat. Mix the shredded pork with some of the cooking juices to keep it moist.
- Serve: Serve the pulled pork with BBQ sauce on buns, alongside coleslaw, or as desired.
Pulled, Pork, Shredded, Slow-cooked, Smoky, Tender, BBQ, Savory, Hearty, Southern